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Ep. 10: Mammogram callbacks: Should you be worried?

Ep. 10: Mammogram callbacks: Should you be worried?

19 min  ⋅ October 3rd
Sanford Health radiologist Chris Johansen, MD, eases anxiety about breast cancer imaging
Ep. 14: Colon cancer awareness and the importance of screenings

Ep. 14: Colon cancer awareness and the importance of screenings

26 min  ⋅ March 14th
Colorectal screenings are important measures against colon cancer that start at age 45
Ep. 11: Importance of getting the HPV vaccine

Ep. 11: Importance of getting the HPV vaccine

20 min  ⋅ February 9th
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

Ep. 10: Blood and bone marrow transplant care at Sanford

39 min  ⋅ February 2nd
Providing a second chance by using the patient's own stem cells for treatment
Ep. 19: Sanford Health, NCI connect to study, prevent cancer

Ep. 19: Sanford Health, NCI connect to study, prevent cancer

22 min  ⋅ January 31st
The 'Connect' study will follow participants for 10+ years
Ep. 10: Preparing for your first mammogram

Ep. 10: Preparing for your first mammogram

23 min  ⋅ October 19th
When scheduling your first mammogram, you may have questions. Dr. Christina Tello-Skjerseth shares information to help you know what to expect.
Ep. 8: Food and nutrition tips after cancer diagnosis

Ep. 8: Food and nutrition tips after cancer diagnosis

34 min  ⋅ October 14th
Keep a balanced approach to help your body work through cancer, chemotherapy
Ep. 13: Committing to a cure for cancer

Ep. 13: Committing to a cure for cancer

16 min  ⋅ May 24th
Through CAR T-cells, Dr. Carl June has found a way to fight leukemia
Ep. 5: Supporting the caregiver beyond cancer diagnosis

Ep. 5: Supporting the caregiver beyond cancer diagnosis

25 min  ⋅ May 17th
Reminding all caregivers they are not alone
Ep. 4: Supporting children during adult cancer diagnosis

Ep. 4: Supporting children during adult cancer diagnosis

25 min  ⋅ May 10th
Through CLIMB program, children are given early tools and emotional support to cope
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Stay energized during cancer treatment with super shakes

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Learn about how to control the waves of emotion

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The impact of a child’s cancer on siblings

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A cancer diagnosis can immediately influence your body image

A cancer diagnosis can immediately influence your body image

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The importance of dental care after head or neck radiation

The importance of dental care after head or neck radiation

Many people don’t recognize the importance of dental health as it relates to head and neck cancer treatment. When a new cancer in the head or neck area is diagnosed, one of the critical team members for your cancer care is your dentist. The reason for this is to prevent dental related complications after treatment. […]
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Manage your cancer by managing your sleep

Manage your cancer by managing your sleep

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Living with head and neck cancer

Living with head and neck cancer

A cancer diagnosis often changes a person’s sense of self. There’s a feeling of losing control as the life the patient knew changes, as do the lives of the people they love and care for. Head and neck cancer patients are especially susceptible to dramatic changes in perceptions of self. Mental health is a crucial […]
Andrew Terrell, MD 10 min read
‘You have cancer:’ The power of words

‘You have cancer:’ The power of words

As I reflect back on a week full of interesting, unfolding scenarios, it strikes me that words are powerful. Consequences — for the good or for the bad — are associated with the words we choose. In a short period of time, I experienced words used in remarkable ways. Methods used to deliver the words […]
Lois Ustanko, RN 10 min read
Network increases access to breast cancer risk information

Network increases access to breast cancer risk information

An innovative network is making access to all-important information about individual breast cancer risk more convenient. Women schedule screening mammograms and receive an electronic invitation to an Athena Breast Health Network questionnaire. Those who choose take a few minutes to answer the questions and find out if they may be at elevated risk for breast […]
SHN Staff 3 min read