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cancer

Patient Story

Independence days

Project SEARCH teaches young adults like Jaime Blomeling about independence. "I could work here the rest of my life," Blomeling says.

Patient Story

No shrinking violet

Violet Rohrer will do what it takes to fight peritoneal cancer, including clinical trials of promising new drugs.

Patient Story

‘I want to beat the odds’

Missie Charon is building a new home, and looks forward to building a new life after battling pancreatic cancer.

Want a longer life? Try biking to work

Pedal pushers saw their risk for heart disease, cancer and early death cut by almost half in five-year study.

Second form of chronic fatigue?

Scientists discover biological markers that indicate presence of an 'atypical' chronic fatigue syndrome in some patients.

Patient Story

‘I’m more appreciative of my life’

A new technology helped pinpoint Tim Lemon's prostate cancer last spring. After undergoing surgery, he's now cancer-free.

Phytoestrogen: A tool in the cancer battle?

You may want to add soy and ground flaxseed to your diet—they're two important sources of this plant-based estrogen.

Most cancers caused by random DNA copying errors

While habits and environment can be key to the disease, chance plays a huge role as well.

Another obesity downside: higher esophageal cancer risk

Research shows association with increased odds for stomach cancer as well.

Should we ditch Splenda?

After a study links the artificial sweetener to leukemia risks in mice, a Spectrum Health oncologist urges caution.

Exercise helps counter cancer-linked fatigue

Psychological treatment and education can be useful, too, more so than drugs.

10 daily servings of fruits, veggies = recipe for longevity

Reductions seen in risk of heart disease, stroke and cancer.