Aurora Cancer Care

Aurora Cancer Care - part of @Aurora_Health @Advocate_Aurora

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Screening for colorectal cancer works in two ways:

1. By finding cancers early when treatment is most effective.
2. By finding growths (polyps) inside the colon and removing them before they become cancer.

Learn more at https://t.co/ZVscce23O0

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Colorectal cancer is among the most underfunded in cancer research, even though it's the second deadliest cancer for men and women combined.

Click below to search clinical trials at Advocate Aurora.
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Did you know that screening is the number one way to prevent colon cancer?

Take time to raise awareness of this highly preventable disease. https://t.co/FIyTy37db1
#ColorectalCancerAwarenessMonth

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10 million people die each year from cancer. That's more than HIV/AIDS, malaria, and tuberculosis combined. By 2030, experts project cancer deaths to rise to 13 million. @uicc #CloseTheCareGap

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Created in 2000, World Cancer Day has grown into a positive movement for everyone, everywhere to unite under one voice to face one of our greatest challenges in history. Help #CloseTheCareGap for a cancer-free world. @uicc
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Congratulations to the Cardio-Oncology Program at ASLMC for the designation of Center of Excellence by the International Cardio-Oncology Society. ASLMC is the first and only Cardio-Oncology Program in WI to achieve this status!

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Congratulations to ASLMC and Aurora Grafton for being awarded 3-star ratings from The Society of Thoracic Surgeons (STS). "The STS star rating system is one of the most sophisticated and highly regarded overall measures of quality in health care." - Dr. Bill Tisol

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Congrats to our Rad Onc sites at ASLMC and Aurora Sinai for American Society for Radiation Oncology (ASTRO) APEx accreditation! This recognition provides external validation of practice quality, strengthens our quality management system, and ensures appropriate staffing levels.

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At Aurora Cancer Care, we have financial counselors specifically trained to help you navigate insurance policies, bills, and issues related to treatment costs. They can help you understand your rights and access to medical care. Let us help!
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Cancer treatment can present its own physical and mental challenges. Patients have access to a range of integrative medicine therapies designed to nurture the mind and body. These therapies help manage fatigue, stress, pain, nausea and support wellbeing.
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Tips for coping with cancer during the holidays:
1. Plan to safely gather with friends, family, or others.
2. Enjoy special moments.
3. Celebrate strengths you and your loved ones have developed.
4. Create new traditions.
Click to read more:
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November is National Family Caregivers Month led by Caregiver Action Network. During this month, we recognize all family caregivers and raise awareness of caregiving issues, educate communities, and increase support for caregivers. #NFCMonth #CaregivingHappens

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U.S. News and World Report publication has ranked Aurora St. Luke's as high performing for gastroenterology and GI surgery, the specialty that performs pancreatic surgery.

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Two national groups recognize Aurora's pancreatic cancer program and related services, giving you confidence when choosing your care. The National Pancreas Foundation (NPF) designated Aurora St. Luke's as one of its official pancreatic cancer centers.

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Lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer death in the U.S. Our lung health quiz helps identify your risk of lung cancer and gives you an idea of what to do next based on your results.
https://t.co/59NsLMOk4u

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A great opportunity to be screened for lung cancer! Call 1-800-252-2990 for more information.

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Knowing your chances of developing breast cancer can help you plan a routine screening schedule. Our breast health quiz estimates your five-year and lifetime risks and gives you an idea of what to do next based on your results.
https://t.co/CVZXRbfZ4V

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The @AmericanCancer recommends women as young as age 40 be given the option of yearly mammograms. "Women who have regular mammograms are more likely to have breast cancer found earlier, less likely to need aggressive treatments like surgery, and are more likely to be cured."

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October is #BreastCancerAwarenessMonth and early detection is key. Click below to view one patient's incredible story which highlights the importance of regular screenings as well as the incredible, top-tier care provided at Aurora St. Luke's.
https://t.co/BhzSvnJAQn

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September is gynecological cancer awareness month. Minimally invasive gynecological surgery may include: external beam radiation; brachytherapy; chemotherapy; and hormone therapy. Click below to learn more about robotic surgeries. https://t.co/zY32j4fvwf