Why are Latinos Less Likely to Survive Cancer? Two U.S. Cancer Centers to Investigate in First-Of-Its-Kind Study
Cancer survivorship is an emerging area of research, yet the survivorship experience differs significantly between racial-ethnic groups. Latinos with cancer, for example, face a challenging survivorship journey marked by advanced disease, poor quality of life, and stressful socioeconomic inequities. The Mays Cancer Center, home to UT Health San Antonio MD Anderson Cancer Center, is working […]
Fear keeping some cancer patients from COVID-19 vaccination
Of the patients surveyed, 56% reported receiving at least one dose of a COVID-19 vaccination, which is lower than the community vaccination rate of 76%.
‘Living Beyond Cancer A-Z Symposium’ to be held Jan. 8
The “Living Beyond Cancer A-Z: A Mays Cancer Center, home to UT Health Antonio MD Anderson Symposium,” featuring a full day of learning, empowerment a
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Hyperthermic intraperitoneal chemotherapy (HIPEC)
Mays Cancer Center, home to UT Health San Antonio MD Anderson Cancer Center, provides targeted treatment for metastatic cancers of the abdomen. This level of precision saves the surrounding tissue, decreasing side effects.
Cancer ghosting: A silent side effect of survivorship
“Cancer ghosting” is a relatively new term that has gained popularity among people diagnosed with cancer. It refers to the all-too-common phenomenon of receiving a cancer diagnosis and then watching friends and family members “ghost,” or disappear from your life.
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