13 Ways to Protect Your Lungs During the COVID-19 Pandemic, According to MDs
Learn 13 ways to protect your lungs during the COVID-19 pandemic, according to MD’s, including Dr. Osita Onugha, MD, chief of thoracic surgery and assistant professor of thoracic surgical oncology.
20 Warning Signs You May Have a Kidney Problem
March is Kidney Cancer Awareness Month. Learn the top 20 warning signs to look out for that could indicate you may have a kidney problem from Przemyslaw Twardowski, M.D., Medical Oncologist, and Director of Clinical Research, Urology and Urologic Oncology.
How to Balance Your Job With Metastatic Breast Cancer
“Work can be a very affirming experience,” says Rebecca Crane-Okada, Ph.D., Program Manager at Margie Petersen Breast Center at Providence Saint John’s Health Center. “It gives people a sense of meaning and purpose and self-value.” Learn how to balance your job when facing metastatic breast cancer.
Pacific Neuroscience Institute Opens State-Of-The-Art Surgical Skills Lab at Saint John’s Cancer Institute
Pacific Neuroscience Institute, in collaboration with Saint John’s Cancer Institute, is very pleased to announce the opening of its new Multidisciplinary Neuroanatomy and Surgical Skills Laboratory under the direction of Dr. Garni Barkhoudarian, Associate Professor of Neuroscience and Neurosurgery. Learn more about our new lab!
Sunscreen Can End Up in Your Bloodstream—But You Shouldn’t Stop Using It
New research has found that some ingredients in sunscreen can get absorbed into your bloodstream, but you shouldn’t stop using it because the harmful effects of UV rays are more dangerous. Trevan Fischer, M.D., surgical oncologist, explains how to safely stay protected.
71% of Women Are Unsatisfied With Their Breasts—and That Can Be Dangerous for Their Health
Body image can be a tricky thing to navigate, but one new study on women and breast satisfaction has found that it could actually impact your health. Learn how from Janie Grumley, MD, breast surgical oncologist and Director of the Margie Petersen Breast Center at Providence Saint John’s Health Center.
New Recommendation to Start Colorectal Cancer Screenings at Age 45: What to Know
A new study recommends colorectal cancer screenings should start at age 45 because of the increasing number of colorectal cancer cases in younger adults. Learn more from Anton Bilchik, M.D., surgical oncologist, and Director of Gastrointestinal & Hepatobiliary Program.
When My Husband Was Diagnosed With Cancer, Everything Changed
Elaine’s husband Stephen, was diagnosed with a brainstem tumor in 2018. After undergoing a whirlwind of treatment options, Stephen’s tumor has shrunk thanks to the the brilliant neuro-oncologists, Dr. Santosh Kesari, Dr. Jose Carrillo, and their team at Providence Saint John’s Health Center. Learn more about their inspirational story.
This Is How Likely You Are to Get Cancer in Your Lifetime
Getting a cancer diagnosis is often one of the scariest moments in a person’s life, and it’s no surprise that many people wonder about their chances of getting the disease. Learn about the lifetime risk of developing or dying from cancer and how to prevent it from Trevan Fischer, MD, Surgical Oncologist and Assistant Professor of Surgical Oncology.
How a Single Dose of a Psychedelic Drug Can Help People with Cancer Ease Depression, Anxiety
Researchers report a single dose of psychedelic drug helps with anxiety and depression for people receiving cancer treatment. Shanthi Gowrinathan, MD, a psychiatrist specializing in both women’s psychiatry and psycho-oncology, comments on the study in an article by Healthline.