Cancer Awareness
The Evolution Of Breast Cancer Treatment
The frequency of breast cancer detection has markedly increased over the past 50 years due to improvements in technology and screening techniques. Breast cancer is… Continue Reading
HPV-Induced Oropharingeal Cancer
Over the last two decades the incidence of HPV-induced oropharingeal cancer has greatly increased worldwide. Currently HPV-induced oropharingeal cancer accounts for 35% of all head… Continue Reading
Targeted Therapies Stage IV Melanoma
Until recently very few therapies were available for advanced melanoma, and the average survival was approximately nine months. The chemotherapeutic agent dacarbazine had approximately 15%… Continue Reading
Be Aware and Proactive Against Oral Cancer
What Is Oral Cancer? Oral cancer is known as the head and neck cancer. It appears as a growth or a sore in the mouth… Continue Reading
Unresectable Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer
The definition of unresectable stage III lung cancer includes a tumor of any size invading surrounding structures (example heart, great vessels, mediastinum, trachea, esophagus, etc.),… Continue Reading
Skin Cancer Is a Problem For People Of Color
People of color have a lower risk of developing skin cancer than Caucasians, but they are not immune to the disease. In fact, skin cancer… Continue Reading
Diabetes Can Affect Your Vision
It is important for someone who has diabetes to get their eyes checked because diabetic eye problems are a leading cause of blindness. All patients… Continue Reading
Male Breast Cancer
Male breast cancer represents only 1% of all breast cancer diagnosed in the United States. The majority of male breast cancer is diagnosed in individuals… Continue Reading
Warning Signs Of Dementia
Families should be aware of the warning signs of dementia, including memory loss and personality changes, in order to provide proper elderly care for loved… Continue Reading
Weight Loss In a Safe, Effective Way
Being overweight is perhaps the most common health concern that people bring to their physician and its effect on health is clear. What is overlooked… Continue Reading
