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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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Clinical trials and cancer: Preston Steen, MD

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Understanding your mammogram report

Understanding your mammogram report

You’ve done exactly as recommended. You scheduled your mammogram and have done your research on the process. You know what to expect during your mammogram, but what about after? What do the results of your mammogram really mean? Setting the standard It all starts with a radiologist who will interpret your mammogram. Does anything look […]
Terri Bentler, BSN, RN, OCN, CN-BN 4 min read
How your care team determines your cancer treatment

How your care team determines your cancer treatment

Oncologists make decisions regarding the best treatment for your cancer based on scientific evidence. Still, you may wonder how these determinations about which drugs are best to treat your individual cancer were made. Does the oncologist go back to a drug used previously? One with a catchy name? What is the rationale for the decisions […]
Terri Bentler, BSN, RN, OCN, CN-BN 4 min read
Need long-lasting energy? This Polenta bake can help!

Need long-lasting energy? This Polenta bake can help!

The American Cancer Society recommends moving toward a plant based diet and I have discovered a new favorite food that fits right in. It’s called “Polenta.” Polenta dates back to the 1700’s when it was made popular in Italy. It was considered a peasant food because it was plentiful and cheap. Polenta is corn meal […]
Ellen Grimlie, LRD 3 min read
Sanford Arts improving the outlook for our community

Sanford Arts improving the outlook for our community

Arts naturally lend themselves to the word “community” and phrase “community development.” What does that mean? To me, it means the arts bring us together. Whether it’s because we can all look at a visual art piece and take some personal meaning away from it; we can all listen to a piece of music and feel […]
Jessie Park 3 min read
Turmeric trumpeted as cancer fighter

Turmeric trumpeted as cancer fighter

Spice has potential health benefits but may affect chemo and radiation
Heather Knutson, MS, RD, CSO, LD 9 min read
The role of genetics in breast and ovarian cancer

The role of genetics in breast and ovarian cancer

What did you inherit from your parents? Was it eye color, height, body build or hair color? Often, we may hear, “I inherited my eyes from my mother” or “I got my height from my father.” A combination of traits developed from each parent is visible, but the genetics inherited from our parents runs far […]
SHN Staff 5 min read
Cancer-related fatigue vs. feeling tired

Cancer-related fatigue vs. feeling tired

Everyone has been tired more than a time or two, so when cancer patients talk about fatigue caused from treatment, people might think they can empathize. But this kind of fatigue is unlike anything else. The lethargy I experienced with treatment took me by surprise, despite prior warning. It happened in streaks at first but […]
Tiffany Olsen 9 min read
Cancer-fighting tomato pesto soup

Cancer-fighting tomato pesto soup

Tomatoes are an excellent source… Much of the research being done on diet and cancer has found that a diet high in fruits, vegetables and whole grains may protect against cancer. There are many ways to add plant-based foods to your diet and this soup is one example of an easy way to use more […]
Ellen Grimlie, LRD 3 min read
Nurse navigator: Cancer survivors don’t walk alone

Nurse navigator: Cancer survivors don’t walk alone

I like to walk the roads near my home. I enjoy the beauties of the outdoors and the chance for silence and listening to myself. As I walk, I find myself being careful not to step where others have left their footprint. I wondered why I felt this was important. Mulling this over, I concluded […]
Terri Bentler, BSN, RN, OCN, CN-BN 2 min read