Living with Kidney Cancer | Glenn's Story 9/1/2023 In 2010, while working abroad, Glenn Sykes received a kidney cancer diagnosis that would change his life’s direction.
Colorectal Cancer 101: Increase Your Awareness 7/17/2023 Dr. Aarons explains the origins of colorectal cancer and what you can do to treat it.
Redefining the Bell: A Community of Survivors in Hope 7/5/2023 When a cancer patient finishes chemotherapy or radiation therapy, it has become a tradition to ring a bell to mark the end of one of their treatments.
The 3 Screenings All Men Should Have Today 6/26/2023 Learn about the top three types of cancer affecting men - prostate, testicular and colorectal - and how to stay one step ahead.
Talking To Your Family About Lynch Syndrome 3/14/2023 Jessica Long, MS, CGC, shares the importance of talking to your family about a genetic condition called Lynch syndrome. Genetic testing can help provide the necessary tools to help reduce or manage cancer risk.
What Does A Sarcoma Lump Look and Feel Like? 11/18/2022 In this article, we’ll help you discern whether a new or existing lump could be sarcoma and plot your next steps if you think it is.
Breast Reconstruction Myths Debunked 8/9/2022 Surely, you’ve heard some of these myths about reconstruction options after breast cancer. Here’s the real truth about the procedure.
LGBTQI+ People and Cancer: Finding the Support You Need 6/30/2022 For LGBTQI+ individuals with a cancer diagnosis, finding inclusive care and support is critical. Learn more about LGBTQI+ support programs at Penn Medicine.
The Benefits of Proton Therapy for Prostate Cancer 6/23/2022 Many patients with prostate cancer are eligible for proton therapy, a type of radiation therapy that kills cancer cells while leaving healthy cells essentially unharmed. Treatment sessions are quick, painless and result in minimal side effects.
Penn Medicine’s Survivorship Program Inspires Confidence in Life After Cancer 6/7/2022 Cancer survivorship starts with diagnosis and continues through treatment to create a path to living a healthy and fulfilling life after cancer.
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