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The side effects of treatment for prostate cancer can be debilitating, but they don’t have to keep you from living your life entirely. It is possible to live well beyond a cancer diagnosis, and cancer rehabilitation can help get you there. Continue reading below to learn how Robert was able to get back to what matters most with the help of his ReVital Cancer Rehabilitation program at Baylor Scott & White Institute for Rehabilitation Outpatient Therapy. If you or a loved one has been impacted by prostate cancer, find out how cancer rehabilitation could help here: https://bit.ly/3WXGCWz #CancerRehab #ProstateCancerAwarenessMonth

#DYK colorectal cancer is on the rise in young adults? The National Cancer Institute reports that colorectal cancer rates have more than doubled in people under age 50 since the 1990s, even as rates have dropped among older adults. The good news is that you can take steps to reduce your risk. Here are five ways to care for your colon, no matter your age. Learn more about our colon cancer care at https://bit.ly/3Pkv2lI. #HealthierTomorrows #ColorectalCancerAwarenessMonth

The USPSTF's 2024 recommendations are set to change screening practices for breast cancer. The focus will shift towards establishing screening metrics from the age of 40 years. However, we suggest that health systems should prioritize shared decision-making about breast cancer screening quality starting at the same age. It is also crucial to measure equity in breast cancer evaluation, treatment, and outcomes. Let's work towards a more balanced and informed approach to breast cancer in screening in order to eliminate inequities. #breastcancerawareness #healthcare #cancerprevention

mmunotherapy is quickly becoming a game-changer in the field of cancer treatment, offering a more targeted and less toxic alternative to traditional chemotherapy. While chemotherapy works by killing rapidly dividing cells, including healthy ones, immunotherapy harnesses the power of the body’s own immune system to specifically target and destroy cancer cells. Finish reading our blog: https://lnkd.in/emFj8H6a #CancerCells #CancerTreatment #ImmuneSystem #Blog

Explore KEYTRUDA's role in immunotherapy! Watch our video to see how it supports your immune system in the fight against cancer. 🎥🔬 #KEYTRUDA #Immunotherapy #CancerResearch #Prescrimeds

According to the American Association for Cancer Research, prostate cancer is the second-leading cause of cancer deaths among men; however, it can often be detected, treated and stopped before it spreads. This September, during Prostate Cancer Awareness Month, remind your patients and residents to speak with their doctor about the highly effective screening options available. If they are managing urinary incontinence resulting from this disease, please contact your Tranquility rep or call 1-866-865-6101 for assistance with finding the right product for the individual needs of those in your care. #prostate #prostatecancer #prostatecancerawarenessmonth

Radiation therapy, a cornerstone in cancer treatment, effectively targets and destroys blood cancer cells. By delivering high-energy radiation to the affected areas, it disrupts the cancer cells' ability to grow and divide, ultimately leading to their demise. This targeted approach helps in shrinking tumors, alleviating symptoms, and improving the overall prognosis for individuals battling blood cancers. #bloodcancerawareness #CancerSymptoms #cancerprevention #healthylifestyle #regularhealthcheckup #umchospitals #WhereCareComesFirst

𝗧𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗢𝗽𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 If prostate cancer has been diagnosed, graded and staged, there is a lot to consider before reaching a treatment decision. Patients often feel that they must make a decision quickly. However, it is important that a patient takes time to educate himself, and reach a well-informed decision regarding his options. Read up on some of the most common treatment options here: https://loom.ly/1qUKTKg #cancertreatment #prostate #prostatecancertreatment

There is a higher chance of recovery when esophageal cancer is detected early. When esophageal cancer is diagnosed, it is frequently in an advanced state. Esophageal cancer can be treated but rarely cured in its later phases. Look for signs of illness. • Difficulty swallowing • Chest discomfort • Weight loss • Hoarseness • Chronic cough • Vomiting • Esophageal bleeding Call 678-298-3220 to make an appointment at any of our five sites! #EsophagealCancer #Detection

Do you know why pancreatic cancer is so deadly compared to other common cancers? Successive governments' chronic underfunding of research means people face a lack of options throughout their entire journey. So few options means pancreatic cancer is hard to diagnose, and even harder to effectively treat. Take our short quiz to learn about the disease and how we are pioneering advancements in research, treatment, and care to double survival rates: https://bit.ly/3VooN4j #DemandSurvivalNow2024