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Lynch syndrome: The genetics of colon cancer
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Research advances cancer care for Sanford patients
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Men’s health: Gearing up for a healthier tomorrow
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Small-town librarian fights cancer in North Dakota
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Podcasts
Ep. 10: Mammogram callbacks: Should you be worried?
Sanford Health radiologist Chris Johansen, MD, eases anxiety about breast cancer imaging
Ep. 14: Colon cancer awareness and the importance of screenings
Colorectal screenings are important measures against colon cancer that start at age 45
Ep. 11: Importance of getting the HPV vaccine
The HPV vaccine can prevent cervical cancer and other cancers later on in life. Dr. Brooke Jensen, discusses the importance of this vaccine.
Ep. 10: Blood and bone marrow transplant care at Sanford
Providing a second chance by using the patient's own stem cells for treatment
Ep. 19: Sanford Health, NCI connect to study, prevent cancer
The 'Connect' study will follow participants for 10+ years
Ep. 10: Preparing for your first mammogram
When scheduling your first mammogram, you may have questions. Dr. Christina Tello-Skjerseth shares information to help you know what to expect.
Ep. 9: Sanford offers the I-SPY 2 clinical trial
Sanford offers the I-SPY 2 clinical trial, a novel treatment study for breast cancer
Ep. 8: Food and nutrition tips after cancer diagnosis
Keep a balanced approach to help your body work through cancer, chemotherapy
Ep. 13: Committing to a cure for cancer
Through CAR T-cells, Dr. Carl June has found a way to fight leukemia
Ep. 5: Supporting the caregiver beyond cancer diagnosis
Reminding all caregivers they are not alone
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Lung cancer: Chances, symptoms and prevention
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Sanford Health research advances science, saves lives now and in the future
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Wisdom Study leads woman to breast cancer gene discovery
'It becomes less about me and more about my family and wanting to watch them live a long, healthy life’
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Quit smoking or using tobacco: A how-to for your health
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Research
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