Kidney cancer is among the 10 most common cancers in women and men.
On World Kidney Day, Fox Chase Drs. Robert Uzzo and Daniel Geynisman discuss the types of treatment for #kidneycancer & the importance of seeking a second opinion Read more: https://t.co/oTLaJYWj1j
Breast cancer is one of the most treatable forms of cancer when caught early.
The Fox Chase mobile screening unit will provide #breastcancer screenings on April 1st.
Women interested in making an appointment can call ☎️ 215-728-3554.
Fox Chase is committed to welcoming diverse voices at all levels of our institution.
To move us forward, we appointed Dr. Camille Ragin as Associate Director of Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion (DEI). Learn about her new role & previous achievements:https://t.co/lgiUuhD6Cj
@preventcancer awarded Fox Chase's Suzanne Miller, PhD, (@smillerlab) a research grant to support a project designed to reduce cervical cancer disparities.
Learn about her study and how she plans to implement strategies to improve everyday patient care: https://t.co/XWhZ1WepfE
You can check out innovative peer-reviewed articles on COVID-19 research which are free to view ahead of #SBM2022: https://t.co/oANucEGHkC! @BellizziKeith @DrMDiefenbach@alandelamater
Dr. Alexander Kutikov (@uretericbud) chief of the Division of Urology and Urologic Oncology at Fox Chase, recently answered many questions about robotic radical prostatectomy as a treatment option for #prostatecancer.
Watch here: https://t.co/wPT2TpWLdD
Today is International #HPV Awareness Day!
HPV can be contracted by both men and women, and health issues can develop years after initial infection.
HPV vaccinations have been shown to prevent over 90% of cancers caused by HPV. It works best when given to children ages 11-12.
February is National #CancerPreventionMonth! This is your reminder to get screened, because early detection helps! For more information about screening for early detection and steps for prevention, check out the following link: https://t.co/rdpfS4s58p
Consider behavioral and mental health impacts of COVID-19, and how research can improve future public health, in this specially curated virtual issue from #tbm. Includes 12 specially selected papers, freely available to read: https://t.co/ad9Pv0wqG0 @smillerlab@BehavioralMed
Translational @BehavioralMed just published its virtual COVID issue! Be sure to check out how #BehavioralMedicine plays a role in managing the COVID-19 pandemic:
https://t.co/ggBV5nov7x
Clinical trial research is important to develop improved treatment strategies but few patients participate. Patients and oncologists discussing participation barriers together can improve communication and decision making about clinical trials. #WorldCancerDay#CloseTheCareGap
Clinical trials play a critical role in advancing cancer treatment. There are over 250 actively enrolling trials at Fox Chase as we are determined to provide patients with options for additional therapies now and in the future.
#WorldCancerDay#CloseTheCareGap
More than 17 million people are diagnosed with cancer each year.
Researchers have made significant progress, but there's still so much we must do. Fox Chase is committed to making bold scientific discoveries that advance cancer treatment for ALL. #WorldCancerDay#ClosetheCareGap
On #NationalWomenPhysiciansDay, Fox Chase proudly celebrates the countless contributions and groundbreaking work of women physicians.
Thank you to all of the brilliant women who've paved the way and those who continue inspiring future generations! 💪 ❤️
Fox Chase's Dr. Angela Jain, Assist. Prof. in the Dept. of Hematology/Oncology, spoke to @OncLive about gynecologic cancer treatment.
She provided an expert perspective on the use of PARP inhibitors in the treatment of patients w/ advanced #ovariancancer. https://t.co/L8uWDEogRk
During National #CancerPrevention Month, it's important to remember that about half of all cancer deaths can be prevented.
On our blog, we share some steps every one of us can take to decrease our risk for cancer. Read more: https://t.co/msLBSOx6MB
January is Cervical Health Awareness Month! For more information about risks, symptoms, and prevention, check out the link below!
https://t.co/Y4fVVeblX1