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Learn about 'Angelina Jolie' genetic test for breast cancer risk
A genetic test that helped Angelina Jolie opt for a preventive double mastectomy can be ordered locally through the MultiCare Genomics Institute and the MultiCare Regional Cancer Center.
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Patient feels 'love and compassion' at cancer center in Puyallup
When Bill Clark finished up his last round of chemotherapy at the MultiCare Regional Cancer Center in Puyallup, the nurses treated him to the foods he’d inexplicably craved during his six months of treatment: a giant Slurpee and three beef jerky sticks. Clark still laughs – and tears up a little – talking about it. “Those gals have so much grace and love and compassion for people,” Clark says. “I couldn’t have gotten any better care.”
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For kids in oncology clinic, tokens are a carrot for every stick
This is 6-year-old Cole Vukich. He earned this token today at the hematology/oncology clinic at the Mary Bridge Health Center. To earn a token, "I have to get a poke," Cole explained.
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Gift will bring 3D mammography to Carol Milgard Breast Center
The Gary E. Milgard Family Foundation has awarded a $2.75 million grant for the Carol Milgard Breast Center to provide tomosynthesis (also known as 3D mammography) to aid in the early detection of breast cancer. The technology will be installed later this year, making the center the first in Pierce County to offer this technology.
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To treat prostate cancer, active grandfather chooses CyberKnife
When it came to deciding on a course of treatment for his prostate cancer, Bob Loose says choosing MultiCare’s CyberKnife in Tacoma was an easy decision. “When you have something that moves with the body and is that accurate – then you really have no choice,” he says.
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Keep up with your screenings for Breast Cancer Awareness Month
Whether you are age 20 or age 40 or older, knowing the latest recommendations from the American Cancer Society can help you wade through all the conflicting information in the news and help you stay on track with your breast cancer screenings.
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Prostate test gives men chance to identify cancer early
In October 2011, the U.S. Preventative Services Task Force, a committee organized by the U.S. government to assess the value of preventative medicine, recommended that men no longer be screened for prostate cancer using a widely accepted blood test given to thousands of men each year.
Despite this recommendation, many organizations and doctors (myself included) continue to recommend the PSA test to screen for prostate cancer. It is important to acknowledge that the PSA test is not perfect. Unfortunately, a better alternative does not exist.
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Cancer Center qualifies to enhance, expand clinical trial program
“Our patients will have access to the most innovative and cutting-edge therapies available, and in so doing they will be making an important contribution to the global fight against cancer,” said Principal Investigator John A. Keech Jr., DO, FACOI, at the MultiCare Regional Cancer Center.
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'How Hard Can This Be?'
Anna Gottlieb tells the story of how she came to be Gilda’s Club Seattle Founder and Executive Director.
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To reduce cancer risk, how much exercise do I need?
Just this week, the journal Cancer published a new study that found a 30 percent decrease in the risk of breast cancer in women who exercise 10 hours a week, compared with sedentary women. The intensity of the activity didn’t appear to matter: all you need to do is stay physically active.
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Gilda's Club Seattle to bring cancer support activities to Tacoma
MultiCare Regional Cancer Center and Gilda’s Club Seattle have partnered to bring cancer support programs and activities to Tacoma.
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Team In Training: Many face a journey much harder than a marathon
Over the past few months, 17 MultiCare staff members have been training for the Vancouver, B.C., Marathon as part of Team In Training, which benefits The Leukemia and Lymphoma Society. Leading up to the May 6 marathon, we’ll share some of their stories about why they run.
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Team in Training: After dad's death, I run to fulfill a promise
Over the past few months, 17 MultiCare staff members have been training for the Vancouver, B.C., Marathon as part of Team In Training, which benefits The Leukemia and Lymphoma Society. Leading up to the May 6 marathon, we’ll share some of their stories about why they run.
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Team In Training: 'The journey is the part that changes you'
Over the past few months, 17 MultiCare staff members have been training for the Vancouver, B.C., Marathon as part of Team In Training, which benefits The Leukemia and Lymphoma Society. Leading up to the May 6 marathon, we’ll share some of their stories about why they run.
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Survivor-singer-songwriter Charlie Lustman plays at Cancer Center
With his colorful acoustic guitar and hope-filled tunes, Charlie Lustman performed this week for visitors at the MultiCare Regional Cancer Center at Tacoma General Hospital. The cancer survivor-singer-songwriter from Hawaii is on a 28-city tour.
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