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Roswell Park phlebotomist Dwayne Smith gets his COVID vaccination

You asked, we answer: Here's what you want to know about the COVID-19 vaccines

January 2021

Recently we sent our patients a survey asking whether they had any questions about the COVID-19 vaccines produced by Pfizer and Moderna. More than 5,000 people responded.

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Coping with taste changes during cancer treatment

Monday, December 14, 2020 - 02:10 pm
Cancer Support
If food and drink don’t taste good to you — or worse, if they taste bad — you are less likely to eat and drink as much as you need. This can lead to weight loss, electrolyte imbalance, dehydration, slow healing and poor nutrition.
Staff at Roswell Park during COVID-19 Pandemic

Our favorite Cancer Talk articles of 2020

Friday, December 18, 2020 - 11:23 am
Patient Stories
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Life & Wellness
Throughout the chaos of 2020, Roswell Park's Cancer Talk blog brought you advice for dealing with the pandemic, tips for living a healthy lifestyle, essential information for cancer patients and survivors, and stories of hope and inspiration. Here we highlight some of our most popular articles from the past year.
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Are carbohydrates really that bad?

Tuesday, December 22, 2020 - 10:18 am
Life & Wellness
Prevention & Screening
While low-carb diets may appear to provide a “quick fix” when it comes to weight loss, evidence doesn't show that they help you lose weight in the long term. In fact, many diets that have been shown to be healthful patterns of eating are not low in carbohydrates. Here's the lowdown.
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Women in Science: Kimberly Wooten, MD

Tuesday, December 22, 2020 - 01:49 pm
Meet the Team
Dr. Wooten's grandfather was diagnosed with metastatic lung cancer the summer before she began her medical education at the University of Florida College of Medicine. Her family's experience during that time has shaped the way she cares for her own patients at Roswell Park.
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How do I get my prescriptions delivered from the Roswell Park Pharmacy?

Wednesday, December 30, 2020 - 01:04 pm
Cancer Support
Our pharmacists specialize in cancer medications and treatment, providing our patients with an extra measure of safety and personalized service. Here's how to have your prescriptions delivered, free of charge.
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    Roswell Park Physician Resources

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