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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. 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

Ep. 4: Supporting children during adult cancer diagnosis
Through CLIMB program, children are given early tools and emotional support to cope
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Clinical trials and cancer: Preston Steen, MD

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

Turmeric trumpeted as cancer fighter
Spice has potential health benefits but may affect chemo and radiation

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]