Cancer

A cancer diagnosis significantly impacts patients and families. Whether you are seeking information for prevention, coping strategies, or simply looking for stories of resilience, just us as we navigate the difficult topic of cancer through these supportive and informative blogs.

National Cancer Survivor Month

National Cancer Survivor Month

June is recognized as National Cancer Survivor Month as well as National Cancer Survivor Day – which is celebrated on June 4th. According to the American Cancer Society, as of January 2022, an estimated 18.1 million cancer survivors are living […]

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National Cancer Research Month

National Cancer Research Month

The American Association for Cancer Research has designated May as National Cancer Research Month. The month is a time to highlight the importance of lifesaving research to the millions of people around the world affected by cancer. Due to advances […]

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Esophageal Cancer Awareness Month

Esophageal Cancer Awareness Month

April is recognized as Esophageal Cancer Awareness Month. The American Cancer Society estimates that more than 19,000 esophageal cancer cases are diagnosed in the United States each year. Esophageal cancer is the cancer of the tube that runs from the […]

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Myeloma Awareness Month

Myeloma Awareness Month

The month of March is recognized as Myeloma Awareness Month. Multiple myeloma is a type of cancer that begins in plasma cells, a type of white blood cell that is important for a healthy immune system. Over time, myeloma cells […]

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February 9 – National Pizza Day

February 9 – National Pizza Day

February 9th is a day that celebrates a food favorite that spans generations and cultures – pizza! Flatbreads with toppings have been enjoyed as far back as the ancient Egyptians, but early pizza as we know it traces its roots […]

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National Cancer Prevention Month

National Cancer Prevention Month

February is recognized as National Cancer Prevention Month. While some risk factors for cancer are out of our control, cancer risk can be decreased with healthy lifestyle changes and early detection testing options. Here are 7 tips to reduce your […]

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February – Black History Month

February – Black History Month

For the entire month of February, the United States observes Black History Month, also known as African-American History Month. Throughout the month, we remember important people and events relating to the history of the African diaspora. Black History Month has […]

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Happy Birthday to the United States Marine Corps

Happy Birthday to the United States Marine Corps

On November, 10 2022, The United States Marine Corps celebrates its 247th birthday! The birthday, also known as Marine Corps Day, was originally celebrated on July 11 from 1799 until 1921 when Major General Lejeune issued an order to formalize […]

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