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Take the quiz: How much do you know about ovarian cancer?
Ovarian cancer is one of the five leading causes of cancer related death in American women and September is National Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month, marked by the color teal. How much do you know about the cancer? Take this quiz to find out and scroll down to see the answers and read more about each […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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Cancer being reported more frequently during pregnancy
Pregnant with cancer: What every mom should know.
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Research opportunities for cancer patients
Sanford Cancer Center will receive $2 million in funding over two years to expand existing cancer research programming and patient services. The National Cancer Institute (NCI), part of the National Institutes of Health, is using $80 million from the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act to expand research benefiting patients at Sanford Cancer Center and the […]
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What’s a Pap smear?
Demystifying pelvic exams, self-tests and how to make cervical cancer screening easier
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3D mammograms now available in more rural clinics
Minnesota and South Dakota communities expand access to quality breast cancer screenings
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Mammogram results are in. Now what?
Radiologists can help you understand your mammogram report and advise next steps
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Vaccines are for adults, too
Healthy adulthood includes keeping up on all of your immunizations
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Colonoscopy leads to lifesaving care for nursing leader
“I was kicking myself that I didn’t do it earlier,” says Sanford case management director
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Amazon Pharmacy chief: Patients demand more convenient care
Podcast: Health systems can respond with virtual care, AI, and better diagnostics, says Dr. Vin Gupta
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How to make your colonoscopy prep experience better
Podcast: Make it a project, with directions and supplies set out in advance, says endoscopist
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What happens during a preconception appointment
Getting care before pregnancy will help reduce possible risks to you and baby
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Sanford Fargo now offers AI-assisted colonoscopies
Medical center is first in North Dakota to use Medtronic GI Genius
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Men’s health: Gearing up for a healthier tomorrow
Your toolbox for staying healthy and active at all ages
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