How to Take Care of Yourself When You’re a Caregiver During This Crisis
Learn how to take care of yourself when you’re a caregiver during this COVID-19 crisis, from Dr. Shanthi Gowrinathan, M.D., a psychiatrist and director of psycho-oncology at the Saint John’s Cancer Institute.
100 of the Worst Foods Linked to Cancer
Steve Vasilev MD, gynecologic oncologist and medical director of Integrative Gynecologic Oncology, along with other experts, share 100 types of foods to avoid, as they have been scientifically proven to be carcinogenic and hazardous to your health.
Does smoking increase your risk of getting COVID-19?
Does smoking increase your risk of getting COVID-19? Learn more from Osita Onugha, M.D., chief of robotic thoracic surgery, and assistant professor of Minimally Invasive Chest Surgery and Thoracic Surgical Oncology.
20 Warning Signs You May Have a Kidney Problem
The kidneys are among the most important organs in your body, responsible for filtering waste, producing red blood cells, and even keeping your bones strong and sturdy. That’s why its important to know the 20 most common signs you may have a kidney problem. Learn more in an article by BestLife.
How to check for testicular cancer. The most common type of cancer in men ages 15 to 35
Doctors recommend men ages 15-35 do a self-check for testicular cancer one a month — most easily done in the shower. Przemyslaw Twardowski, MD, medical oncologist and Director of Clinical Research of Urology and Urologic Oncology, and other experts provide a 5-step guide on how to check for #testicularcancer at home in an article by Insider.
COVID-19 is a ‘1-2-3-punch’ disease: Doctors describe how the coronavirus severely damages the lungs
Dr. Osita Onugha, thoracic surgeon and assistant professor of Minimally Invasive Chest Surgery & Thoracic Surgical Oncology at the Saint John’s Cancer Institute Saint John’s Health Center, describe how the coronavirus severely damages the lungs in an article by Business Insider.
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!