Prostate cancer is the second most common cancer in American men.  While the disease is prevalent across the country, the screening guidelines are not.  Prostate cancer screenings have always been somewhat controversial because the tests often alert physicians to the presence of cancer, but there is no precise way to determine, definitively, whether the cancer…

Many cancer screenings, like mammograms and colonoscopies, stopped during the COVID-19 pandemic, but cancer did not. Several studies on the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on cancer care in the United States found decreases in cancer screenings, resulting in some early cancers going undetected. Thankfully, Mary Beth Grassi kept her routine mammogram screening and now…

July is National Ultraviolet (UV) Safety Month.  The purpose of the month is to raise awareness of the dangers of UV radiation and spread the word about how important it is to protect everyone’s skin from the harmful effects of UV rays. Ultraviolet radiation is a form of electromagnetic radiation that comes from the sun…

May is National Brain Tumor Awareness Month.  Driven by advancement in research, surgical techniques, genetic discoveries, and much more, it has never been a better time to take action on brain tumors. The National Brain Tumor Society (NBTS), an organization whose mission is to unrelentingly invest in, mobilize, and unite our community to discover a…

Alliance Oncology, a division of Alliance HealthCare Services, and C-RAD are proud to announce that Alliance Radiation Oncology at Anna Jaques Hospital has become the first center in the greater Northshore area to integrate C-RAD’s entire suite of surface tracking and workflow optimization products into their radiation therapy technology program.  The addition of C-RAD systems…

 Cancer Screen WeekRegular screening can help find certain cancers early when they are most likely to be treated successfully. This Cancer Screen Week (Dec 6-10), help us raise awareness and learn more of the potentially lifesaving benefits of cancer screening. For more information visit CancerScreenWeek.org.

National Prostate Cancer Awareness Month is observed every September in the United States by health experts and advocates, and individuals concerned with men’s prostate health.  Designating a month for the disease serves the purpose of increasing public awareness of the importance of prostate health and screenings, educating about risk factors and symptoms, and advocating for…

On Belay, My Breast Cancer Support, Yoga in Action, Betty J Borry Breast Cancer Retreats, and the North of Boston Cancer Resource are joining to stay connected with local cancer patients during these difficult times. Cancer patients and survivors have compromised immune systems, putting them at high risk during the COVID-19 pandemic. Recognizing what important…

As the classic holiday song goes, it is the most wonderful time of the year. But do you know what else the happiest season of all brings? Stress. This year is no exception, especially with the COVID-19 pandemic helping to complicate the season.This year, many families feel comfortable getting together to celebrate time-honored traditions. However,…

In honor of National Breast Cancer Awareness Month, check out this infographic from the American Cancer Society to learn seven things to know about getting a mammogram.

February is National Cancer Prevention Month.  If your New Year’s resolution to get healthy is already losing steam, now is a perfect time to give yourself a second chance.  Renew your efforts to make healthier choices by learning what you can do to help reduce your cancer risk. Research has shown that more than half…

Radon is the leading cause of lung cancer deaths among nonsmokers in America and claims the lives of about 21,000 Americans each year.  In fact, the EPA and the U.S. Surgeon General urge all Americans to protect their health by testing their homes, schools, and other buildings for radon.Radon is an invisible, odorless, tasteless radioactive…

November is National Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Month and according to the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network (PanCAN), pancreatic cancer is the third leading cause of cancer death in the United States, and is the only one of the most commonly diagnosed cancers with a five-year relative survival rate in the single digits, at just six percent. …

Have you or a loved one been newly diagnosed with lung cancer? In this video from the American Cancer Society, you’ll learn about the most common treatments for lung cancer which may include surgery, radiation therapy, radiofrequency ablation (RFA); chemotherapy, targeted therapy and immunotherapy.

June is National Cancer Survivor Month, a time to celebrate and recognize cancer survivors, inspire those recently diagnosed, and, most importantly, to celebrate life. During the month, cancer survivors and supporters in communities around the world unite to celebrate life and raise awareness of the challenges faced by cancer survivors. It is a time for…

Head and neck cancer screenings, hosted by Colden & Seymour Ear, Nose, Throat & Allergy, will be held the first week of April on the dates below: April 3 – 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. – 62 Brown Street, Suite 301, Haverhill April 4 – 9:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. – One Wallace Bashaw Jr.…

One of the ways you can reduce your risk for cancer is by getting screening tests that can help find cancer at an early stage, before symptoms appear. When abnormal tissue or cancer is found early, it may be easier to treat or cure.  By the time symptoms appear, the cancer may have grown and…

According to a recent study, although overall colon cancer rates are declining, the rates among Americans under 50 have jumped more than 11 percent in the past decade.   “Our findings suggest that health care providers should be more vigilant about detecting symptoms in younger patients and also should consider lowering the threshold for colonoscopy…

May is National Brain Tumor Awareness Month.  According to the National Brain Tumor Society, who is committed to improving the lives of all those affected by brain tumors, more than 69,000 Americans will be diagnosed with a primary brain tumor this year.  A brain tumor is an abnormal growth of tissue in the brain or…

April is National Head and Neck Cancer Awareness Month and April 10 – 16, 2016 is National Oral, Head and Neck Cancer Awareness Week.   According to the American Academy of Otolaryngology (Head and Neck Surgery), each year, more than 55,000 Americans will develop cancer of the head and neck (most of which is preventable)…

If your New Year’s resolution to get fit and healthy is already losing steam, February, which is National Cancer Prevention Month, is a great time to give yourself a second chance.  Renew your efforts to make healthier choices by learning what you can do to help reduce your cancer risk.  The Centers for Disease Control…

November is officially Lung Cancer Awareness Month.  The event started back in 1995 as Lung Cancer Awareness Day.  As the lung cancer community and the lung cancer movement grew, the awareness activities increased and the day matured into Lung Cancer Awareness Month.  During the month, people throughout the country come together to support the lung…

Breast Cancer Awareness Month is recognized nationwide during the month of October.  It is an annual health campaign organized by major breast cancer charities to increase awareness of the disease and to raise funds for research into its cause, prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and cure.  The national campaign also offers information and support to those affected…