Tag Archives: Cancer
Can you get cancer from mammogram radiation?
To answer this important question, we went to one of our experts: Dr. Andrew Mizzi, an experienced Radiologist who reads and interprets mammogram images at the Botsford Breast Center. Continue reading
Posted in Cancer, Prevention
Tagged botsford breast center, Cancer, dr. andrew mizzi, mammogram, radiation, thyroid cancer, thyroid shield
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Breast surgeon’s secret weapon against cancer isn’t a scalpel — it’s a nurse navigator
Nurse navigators advocate for breast cancer patients by making sure they know about all the resources available to them. Continue reading
Posted in Cancer
Tagged botsford breast center, botsford cancer center, breast cancer, Cancer, dr. cynthia sandona, mammogram, nurse navigator, penny widmaier
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How to lend a helping hand to someone diagnosed with cancer
Fighting cancer is best done with a support system. But when a loved one is first diagnosed we’re often not sure how to help. Find out what you can do from someone who’s been there. Continue reading
Helping patients navigate the financial burden of a cancer diagnosis
A cancer diagnosis can create a devastating financial toll, but a new member of the Botsford family helps to change that for our patients. Continue reading
Posted in Cancer
Tagged botsford cancer center, Cancer, financial counselor, financial navigator, stefanie johnson, uninsured with cancer
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9 Skin Cancer Risk Factors
You may not know about all of these risk factors. Test your knowledge and get ready for summer! Continue reading
Posted in Cancer, Prevention
Tagged Cancer, cancer prevention, Dr. Savitha Balaraman, oncologist, risk factors, skin cancer, walk with a doc
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How meditation can benefit cancer patients
For cancer patients, meditation can reduce anxiety and pain as well as many other proven benefits. Continue reading
Benefits of Massage Therapy for Cancer Patients
Managing the symptoms of cancer and its treatment can be challenging and overwhelming. Studies show that massage therapy can help. Continue reading
9 Ways Yoga Helps Cancer Patients During or After Treatment
Pain, fatigue, stress…. They’re all diminished when cancer patients practice yoga. Continue reading
Nurse Navigators take Stress out of Breast Cancer Diagnosis
Breast cancer nurse navigators are becoming increasingly popular and necessary. Find out how you can benefit from this essential service. Continue reading
