Men’s Health Month is an opportunity to encourage men and boys in our lives to take charge of their health! For many reasons – embarrassment, inconvenience, or even just the stigma around “complaining” about medical issues – men are much less likely to take care......
02 June, 2020
When undergoing cancer treatment, it’s important to stay adequately nourished in order to avoid malnutrition. In our current public health challenge created by COVID-19, it may become necessary for cancer patients to isolate at home between cancer care appointments. Stocking up on nutritious foods is......
06 May, 2020
A cancer diagnosis is life-changing; treatment suppresses the immune system which can make patients more vulnerable to infections. With the current pandemic, COVID-19, many are asking if they should start or continue cancer treatment. COVID-19 risks are evaluated on a case by case basis. If......
14 April, 2020
When you or a loved one first receives a cancer diagnosis, it is unsettling and shocking news. After receiving the news from your doctor, it may be challenging to decide on the best course of action. With that said, it’s a good idea to seek......
02 March, 2020
Did you know that over 340,000 cases of cancer could be prevented if Americans moved more, weighed less and ate healthier? The United States has the 7th overall highest cancer rate in the world according to the American Institute of Cancer Research (AICR). February is......
01 February, 2020
Peninsula Radiation Oncology Center wants you to know that there’s a lot you can do to prevent cervical cancer. Each year, more than 11,000 women in the United States are diagnosed with cervical cancer. HPV (human papillomavirus) is a very common infection that spreads through......
30 December, 2019