RPCI Cancer Talk

Replacing Eyebrows After Chemo

Friday, February 27, 2015 - 10:25am

During chemotherapy, you may lose the hair on your eyebrows along with the hair on your head. If this happens, there are a few tricks to help you cope.

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New Spinal Center Improves Quality of Life

Wednesday, February 25, 2015 - 4:02pm

Roswell Park’s Spinal Oncology Center offers advanced treatment options and expert multidisciplinary care for both malignant and nonmalignant conditions of the spine.

When the Diagnosis is Cancer: Words to Know

Friday, February 20, 2015 - 11:16am

Understanding your illness is vital to making informed treatment decisions, and that begins with understanding the words related to a cancer diagnosis. Here are a few important words you should familiarize yourself with.

Lucy’s 7 Secrets to a Happy, Healthy Life

Thursday, February 19, 2015 - 1:18pm

Every other Tuesday, Lucy Volland volunteers in Roswell Park’s gift shop – a gig she’s held for 33 years.

Small Acts, Big Impact

Tuesday, February 17, 2015 - 4:42pm

In celebration of Random Acts of Kindness Week, we asked our social media followers to share their ideas on easy ways to lift the spirits of a cancer patient.

Coping with Cancer as a Young Couple

Saturday, February 14, 2015 - 2:09pm

I was 24 years old and dating the man of my dreams. The first year of our relationship was perfect. But when I was 25, I started to get sick. I had monthly doctor’s appointments for an entire year to figure out what was wrong.

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Three Shots to Prevent Cancer: How the HPV Vaccine is Working

Friday, February 13, 2015 - 1:15pm

The human papillomavirus, or HPV, continues to be a preventable cause of many cancer cases across the globe. The most common type of cancer associated with HPV is cervical cancer, but it can also cause anal, vaginal, vulvar, penile and some kinds of throat cancer.

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Stay Warm & Healthy With Winter Squash

Wednesday, February 11, 2015 - 2:05pm

Stock up on winter squash this year to receive many health benefits! Squash contains a number of essential nutrients that can play an imporant role in your diet.

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Building Bonds Through Cancer Care

Monday, February 9, 2015 - 9:47am

Roswell Park changed my life. From the moment I walked through the doors, I knew it was a place I wanted to work.

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Five Important Safeguards for Cancer Survivors

Friday, February 6, 2015 - 2:02pm

A cancer diagnosis isn’t a reason to stop being vigilant when it comes to prevention. In fact, cancer patients have even more reason to be on guard, because they usually have a higher risk for infection or for developing other types of cancer.

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