Current Methods in the Treatment of...

Breast Health, Cancer Awareness, Cancer Care

Current Methods in the Treatment of...

Breast cancer is treated in several ways depending on the kind of breast cancer and how far it spread. People with...Continue Reading

by Steward Health October 20, 2021

We Can Fight Blood Cancer –...

Cancer Awareness, Cancer Care, General

We Can Fight Blood Cancer –...

Every three minutes, an American is diagnosed with blood cancer – that means this year alone, over 175,000 people in the...Continue Reading

by Steward Health September 1, 2021

Low-Dose CT Screening Increases Chances of...

Cancer Care, General

Low-Dose CT Screening Increases Chances of...

Question and Answer – Q&A Dianne Marksberry RN OCN, Lung Screening Nurse Navigator Who should have annual lung cancer screening? People...Continue Reading

by Steward Health September 24, 2020

5 Steps to Reduce Your Breast...

Breast Health, Cancer Care, Women's Health

5 Steps to Reduce Your Breast...

by Steward Health September 30, 2019

When Should You Be Concerned About...

Cancer Care, Preventive Service, Skin

When Should You Be Concerned About...

by Steward Health July 22, 2019

Find Out Everything You Need to...

Cancer Care, Preventive Service, Skin

Find Out Everything You Need to...

Q. Which sunscreen is best to use? A. I tell my patients to buy a sunscreen that has a minimum of SPF...Continue Reading

by Steward Health June 11, 2019

What’s so scary about… COLONOSCOPY?

Cancer Care, Preventive Service

What’s so scary about… COLONOSCOPY?

The stigma around the word colonoscopy needs to change. Did you know that early colorectal cancer usually has no symptoms? It’s...Continue Reading

by Steward Health March 21, 2019

Age 45 or Older? It’s Time...

Cancer Care, Preventive Service

Age 45 or Older? It’s Time...

If you are age 45 or older and haven’t had a colorectal cancer screening yet, then it’s time to make your...Continue Reading

by Steward Health March 12, 2019

7 Ways Rehabilitation Can Help Cancer...

Cancer Care, Rehabilitation

7 Ways Rehabilitation Can Help Cancer...

Cancer survivors may have endured round after round of chemotherapy, radiation and, perhaps, even surgery during their treatment phase. Unfortunately, these...Continue Reading

by Steward Health October 8, 2018

5 FAQ’s About Breast Cancer Risk...

Cancer Care, Pregnancy, Women's Health

5 FAQ’s About Breast Cancer Risk...

Approximately one in eight women living in the U.S. will receive a breast cancer diagnosis during her life. Breast cancer and...Continue Reading

by Steward Health October 2, 2018

Tips to Help Support a Loved...

Cancer Care, Men's Health

Tips to Help Support a Loved...

What can you do to support the man in your life with prostate cancer? Here are some tips for helping: Talk...Continue Reading

by Steward Health September 6, 2018

Coping with a Prostate Cancer Diagnosis

Cancer Care, Men's Health

Coping with a Prostate Cancer Diagnosis

Men who receive a diagnosis of prostate cancer may find they are scared, angry, or depressed. The good news is that...Continue Reading

by Steward Health September 4, 2018

The Proper Way to Apply Sunscreen

Cancer Care, Preventive Service, Skin

The Proper Way to Apply Sunscreen

Did you know there is a science to applying sunscreen? There is because sunscreen that isn’t applied correctly isn’t as effective....Continue Reading

by Steward Health June 1, 2018

Colorectal Cancer: Common and Treatable

Cancer Care

Colorectal Cancer: Common and Treatable

Among cancers that affect both men and women, colorectal cancer is the second leading cancer killer in the U.S. However, it...Continue Reading

by Steward Health March 16, 2018

Tips for Exercising with Cancer

Cancer Care, Exercise Tips

Tips for Exercising with Cancer

Did you know that exercise can help reduce your risk for colon cancer? Studies have shown that a person who is...Continue Reading

by Steward Health March 7, 2018

Lung Cancer Screening – Should You...

Cancer Care

Lung Cancer Screening – Should You...

If you are a current or former smoker, you should talk to your doctor about whether lung cancer screening is right...Continue Reading

by Steward Health November 17, 2017

Lung Cancer: A Preventable, Treatable Illness

Cancer Care

Lung Cancer: A Preventable, Treatable Illness

Lung cancer is one of the leading causes of death in the United States. Estimated U.S. deaths from the disease during...Continue Reading

by Steward Health November 16, 2017

Screenings Save Lives by Detecting Cancers...

Aging, Cancer Care, Preventive Service

Screenings Save Lives by Detecting Cancers...

The American Cancer Society estimated that nearly 1.7 million people in the U.S. were diagnosed with cancer in 2018. Furthermore, cancer...Continue Reading

by Steward Health November 11, 2017

Be Your Own Breast Friend

Cancer Care, Women's Health

Be Your Own Breast Friend

October marks Breast Cancer Awareness Month, which means women and families across our community should take time to learn about the...Continue Reading

by Steward Health October 23, 2017

How to Perform a Breast Self-Exam...

Cancer Care, Women's Health

How to Perform a Breast Self-Exam...

by Steward Health October 20, 2017

Current Options in the Diagnosis and...

Cancer Care, Women's Health

Current Options in the Diagnosis and...

Next to skin cancer, it’s the most common cancer that afflicts women. Statistically, one in eight women will get the unwelcome...Continue Reading

by Steward Health October 10, 2017

Are You at Risk for Breast...

Cancer Care, Preventive Service, Women's Health

Are You at Risk for Breast...

In 2017, it’s estimated that 252,720 new cases of invasive breast cancer will be diagnosed in women living in the United...Continue Reading

by Steward Health October 9, 2017

Breast Cancer: Early Detection, Treatment Can...

Cancer Care, Preventive Service, Women's Health

Breast Cancer: Early Detection, Treatment Can...

Statistics show that one in eight women will develop breast cancer. Thankfully, the number of deaths from this condition has been...Continue Reading

by Steward Health October 3, 2017

Debunking Breast Cancer Myths

Cancer Care, Women's Health

Debunking Breast Cancer Myths

Breast cancer awareness has increased over the past decade with walks for a cure, celebrities speaking out about their experiences and...Continue Reading

by Steward Health October 2, 2017

Moving through Cancer Treatment (and Beyond)

Cancer Care

Moving through Cancer Treatment (and Beyond)

If you or a loved one have experienced a cancer diagnosis, here’s an important finding: Research highlights the positive benefits of physical...Continue Reading

by Steward Health September 4, 2017

Men, Questions to Ask Your Doctor...

Cancer Care, Men's Health, Urology

Men, Questions to Ask Your Doctor...

September is Prostate Cancer Awareness Month, which means it is a good reminder to discuss how proper prevention, screening and, if...Continue Reading

by Steward Health August 31, 2017

Having a Regular Pap Test Can...

Cancer Care, Healthy Living, Preventive Service, Women's Health

Having a Regular Pap Test Can...

January is Cervical Health Awareness Month, and there are steps you can take today to prevent cervical cancer. Each year, approximately...Continue Reading

by Steward Health February 18, 2017

Good Samaritan Medical Center Offers Low...

Cancer Care, Preventive Service

Good Samaritan Medical Center Offers Low...

Good Samaritan Medical Center now offers low-dose CT (LDCT) lung cancer screening to patients with a higher risk of developing lung...Continue Reading

by Steward Health December 7, 2016

Prostate Cancer and Testicular Cancer –...

Cancer Care

Prostate Cancer and Testicular Cancer –...

Men, young and old, listen up! The major health risks for ALL men include both prostate cancer and testicular cancer. The...Continue Reading

by Steward Health November 15, 2016

Saint Anne’s Hospital Regional Cancer Center...

Cancer Care, New Physician

Saint Anne’s Hospital Regional Cancer Center...

Pulled from Wareham Week. Medical oncologist Philip Marjon, MD, MS, has joined the staff of Saint Anne’s Hospital Regional Cancer Center...Continue Reading

by Steward Health October 28, 2016

Caring for Yourself after Cancer Treatment

Cancer Care

Caring for Yourself after Cancer Treatment

Cancer survivors may find it challenging to maintain good health habits on their own – without a team of doctors and...Continue Reading

by Steward Health September 16, 2016

Top Tips for Healthy Breasts

Cancer Care, Healthy Living

Top Tips for Healthy Breasts

Every woman’s experience with her breasts is similarly unique. While one person may have dramatic changes in the appearance and feel...Continue Reading

by Steward Health September 9, 2016

Five Ways to Ward off Cancer

Cancer Care

Five Ways to Ward off Cancer

Consider these suggestions: Change your diet. Good nutrition could prevent more than one-third of all cancers and may help those already...Continue Reading

by Steward Health September 2, 2016

Cancer Care