Mayo Clinic Q and A: Polyps are possible culprits in colon cancer
- March 15, 2023
I'm 46 and had my first colonoscopy last month. The doctor said everything looked good, although he removed a few polyps. Can you explain what a colon polyp is and if should I be concerned?
What Is a At Home Colon Cancer Test and What Do Stool Samples Tell You?
- March 1, 2023
An At Home Colon Cancer Test (fecal occult blood test), also referred to as an FOBT, is a type of screening that checks for the presence of blood in a stool sample.
Sharing Your Cancer Diagnosis at Work
- February 14, 2023
There is no requirement to tell your boss or coworkers about a cancer diagnosis, but it can make your professional life smoother over the course of your treatment.
Patient Guide: Cold Therapy (Cryotherapy) to Hands/Feet
- February 8, 2023
Keeping hands and feet cold during some types of chemotherapy infusions may help reduce the risk of pain/numbness/tingling that some people may experience as a side effect from the medication.
Dr. Cathy Casey Recipient of the Angel Foundation Founder’s Award
- January 25, 2023
The Angel Foundation Founder’s Award was created to recognize an individual that exemplifies all that Angel Foundation is – bigger, bolder, better.
Dramatic Increase in Cervical Cancer Research is Driving Treatment Progress
- January 18, 2023
In honor of cervical cancer awareness month, Lauren Bollinger, MD, a gynecologic oncologist with Minnesota Oncology, recently authored an article for Targeted Oncology on cervical cancer research and…