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    Lymphedema may cause pain after surgery

    One possible painful and uncomfortable side effect from Cancer treatment is something known as Lymphedema. This is the swelling that occurs in a patient's arms or legs and can be debilitating.

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    Cancer patient thankful for experience

    During the holiday season families gather together to remember what they’re thankful for in their lives. What you don’t hear very often is people saying they are thankful for cancer

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    Not so scary Halloween treats

    Tomorrow, kids across the region will be stuffing bags, buckets and pillow cases with sugar filled treats. In the coming weeks, with the holiday season approaching, we'll all be indulging in some fall delights.

  1. Exercise could help with cancer recovery

    Exercise could help with cancer recovery

    Getting fit is a big lifestyle change but for cancer patients that change can have a huge impact on the treatment and recovery.

  2. Genetic testing may help find cancer

    Genetic testing may help find cancer

    September is Ovarian Cancer Awareness month and next month starts Breast Cancer Awareness month.

  3. Are supplements safe for cancer?

    Are supplements safe for cancer?

    Health food stores suggest taking supplements and vitamins for quick results-- without a prescription.

    But natural does not always mean safe. That is especially true for someone undergoing serious treatments for diseases such as Cancer.

  4. Summer grilling tips

    Summer grilling tips

    With summer officially kicking off Tuesday, many of us will be enjoying the outdoors while grilling out.

  5. Vitamin D and fighting cancer

    Vitamin D and fighting cancer

    For years, doctors have been making the link between Vitamin D levels and breast health. Now researchers say that link may be stronger than originally thought.

  6. Intraoperative Radiation Therapy

    Intraoperative Radiation Therapy

    Intraoperative Radiation Therapy is a form of cancer treatment, allowing patients to receive radiation therapy while in surgery.

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