Chancellor Center for Oncology According to the American Cancer Society, lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer death among both men and women. Each year, more people die of lung cancer than of colon, breast, and prostate cancers combined. An annual test for lung cancer intended for long-term smokers is now being recommended by major medical organizations, including the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force. Low-dose CT, offered by Deaconess Hospital, can help detect lung cancer at its earliest, most-treatable stages.
David Surprenant, MD, Deaconess Clinic Dermatology
David Moore, MD, Deaconess Clinic Urology The annual “No Shave November” campaign supports prostate and testicular cancer awareness and provides a great opportunity to share information related to cancer screenings for men.
Kelly R. In 2013 Kelly Rode was first diagnosed with a rare form of ovarian cancer. Ten years later, her journey has been one of strength throughout adversity.
Claire Sutherby, MSN, RN, AGCNS-BC, CMSRN, OCN Breast cancer is the second most common cancer among women in the United States. Women can take charge of their overall breast health by learning their breast cancer risk.
September is National Prostate Cancer Awareness Month. According to the American Cancer Society, prostate cancer is the most common cancer in American men after skin cancer. It's important for men to be screened for prostate cancer in order to catch it in early, more treatable stages.
Jugesh Cheema, MD, Radiologist, Evansville Radiology Lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer death, killing more Americans than breast, prostate and colon cancer combined. Fortunately, there is a screening tool available for those at risk for lung cancer, but many people don’t take advantage of this option.
Summer is here, and as many people like to enjoy the outdoors, it is important to remember that exposure to ultraviolet (UV) rays can increase the risk of developing sun-related skin cancer. Find tips on how to protect yourself and your family.
Perhaps you’ve heard the term “palliative care” but weren’t sure what it meant. Palliative care is specialized medical care for people with chronic illnesses, focusing on providing patients with relief from the symptoms, pain and stress of a chronic illness regardless of the diagnosis. The overall goal is to improve quality of life for both the patient and the family.
According to the American Academy of Dermatology, it is estimated that one in five Americans will develop skin cancer in their lifetime. People of all races can develop skin cancer. However, certain people are more likely to develop skin cancer.
Deaconess Cancer Services April is Oral, Head and Neck Cancers Awareness Month--an appropriate time to share information about these serious cancers. While not common, these types of cancers are on the rise, especially in young adults.
Dr. Devi Kodali, Deaconess Cancer Services March is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month. Did you know that only 4 in 10 cases of colon cancer are diagnosed at early stages?
Audrey Cornelius, PA-C, Oncology Physician Assistant January is Cervical Cancer Awareness Month. Cervical Cancer is primarily caused by HPV—this stands for Human Papilloma Virus. Currently, in the United States alone, there are 80 million people infected with HPV, and 14 million more become infected each year.
Michael Daugherty, MD, Deaconess Breast Services Breast cancer will develop in 1 in 8 American women in her lifetime. For 2020, it is estimated greater than 276,000 women will be diagnosed with invasive breast cancer, and over 42,000 will die from breast cancer.
Deaconess Clinic Downtown Health screenings help doctors and other providers detect conditions at earlier, more treatable stages.
High Pointe Therapy at The Women's Hospital Cancer teaches us to “Clear the Clutter.” All of us are experiencing a similar time now. So, while we simplify life to the essentials, what do we keep?
Grant Glackman, patient and Dr. Rubin Bahuva, Deaconess Clinic Gastroenterologist You’ve heard that colon cancer screening saves lives. In this article, a patient shares his story about how a routine colonoscopy may’ve saved his life at the age of 61. He and his doctor together explain what a colonoscopy is, and why it’s important.
Daniel Griffin, MD, Boston IVF at The Women's Hospital Endometriosis is a common condition in which part of the uterine lining or glands are located outside of the uterus. Typically the glandular tissue is located in the pelvis and abdomen. The most common symptoms of endometriosis are painful menstrual cycles, pain with intercourse, infertility or an ovarian mass. Learn about the most common treatments for Endometriosis.
Sridhar Bhaskara, MD, Deaconess Comprehensive Pain Centers Shingles is a common, painful rash that will affect up to 1 in 5 people. Identifying and treating shingles quickly can prevent further pain and long-term complications.
David Moore, MD, Deaconess Clinic Urology June is Men’s Health Month--a great opportunity to help men know how they can age better, with better urologic health, including kidney health, prostate issues, and concerns related to erectile dysfunction.
Bradley Scheu, DO, Deaconess Clinic Gateway Mia Hindi, MD, Deaconess Clinic Gastroenterology The American Cancer Society recently revised its its colorectal screening guidelines. Learn more.
David Ryon, MD, Deaconess Pulmonary and Critical Care As a doctor specializing in lung diseases, I have seen the negative outcomes resulting from tobacco use. Many patients ask me if “vaping” is better than cigarettes. I tell them the answer is complex.
Carolyn Burns, RD, Deaconess Weight Loss Solutions Fall in the tri-state means cooler weather, and cooler weather makes me think about soup. Soup is warm and comforting but also convenient and a great way to add vegetables to your diet. (Recipes included.)
Carolyn Burns, RD, Deaconess Weight Loss Solutions Eating a diet filled with fruits, vegetables, beans and whole grains is great for our health, but can sometimes lead to bloating, gas, and other abdominal discomfort. Learn tips on making healthy food choices while still being able to go out in public.
Carolyn Burns, RD, Deaconess Weight Loss Solutions Information about healthy eating seems to be everywhere. We found that the majority of patients have success using the Mediterranean diet.
Komen Evansville Tri-State Deaconess Breast Services Too often, women are skipping their mammograms because they either think they can’t afford the mammogram, or are scared of the cost of treating breast cancer if diagnosed.
Pediatrics & Internal Medicine, Deaconess Clinic Morganfield
I don’t know about you, but I don’t have time to be sick with the flu. A week or more of serious body aches, coughing, fever, etc. is not how I want to spend my time. Be prepared by getting your flu vaccine before flu season starts!
Laura Pauckner, FNP, Deaconess Comprehensive Pain Centers Unfortunately, cancer often causes pain, making an already difficult journey even worse. The good news, however, is pain that is caused by cancer can be treated. Once under control, patients experience a better quality of life.
Dr. Anna Dauer, Medical Director, Deaconess Palliative Care Here at Deaconess, people make decisions on others’ behalf every single day. Sometimes the situation is sudden, such as after a car crash. In other situations, a family member has been in a gradual decline. But in all circumstances it can be a difficult time, so having the right information, with the desired decision-makers, is crucial.
Amanda Bohleber, MD, Deaconess Clinic Medical Director It’s never been easier to schedule an appointment with a Deaconess doctor or service. Online scheduling is convenient, helps busy families and people on the go, and improves access to the care you need--when and where you need it.
Rebecca Hopper, MD, Pediatrics/Internal Medicine, Deaconess Clinic Henderson About 20 million United States citizens get a sexually transmitted infection each year, with 15 to 24-year-olds accounting for half of all new STIs. Protecting yourself against sexually transmitted infections is important and should be achieved not through fear, but rather education.
The Women’s Hospital When a woman is diagnosed with breast cancer, she has many needs and concerns. One of the most important things she wants to know is that she’ll get the best care, beginning as quickly as possible. That’s why The Women’s Hospital and Deaconess Cancer Services decided to develop the Multidisciplinary Breast Cancer Clinic.
Ankita Bahuva, MD, Internal Medicine, Deaconess Clinic Downtown Your doctors’ appointments are an important and valuable time to connect with your doctor, share your perspective and information, and learn from your doctor’s expertise. The best appointments happen when patients are very prepared.
Ankita Bahuva, MD, Internal Medicine, Deaconess Clinic Downtown Chronic fatigue is a condition that causes someone to be extremely tired—to the point that they can’t function in their daily life. It is also often misunderstood.
Tom Fite, Pharmacy Manager at Deaconess Family Pharmacy Recent national disasters have caused many people to give more thought to emergency preparedness. As September is Emergency Preparedness Month, it’s a great time to be thinking about being disaster ready.
Mohammed Allaw, MD Internal Medicine, Deaconess Clinic Gateway Professional Building Cancer screening recommendations can be confusing for many people--in my 20 years of practicing primary care medicine for adults, thousands of patients have had questions about various cancer screenings.
In this article, I’ll focus on breast, prostate, lung, colon and skin cancer screenings.
Dr. Jacklyn Oakley, Faculty, Deaconess Family Medicine Residency HPV—the Human Papilloma virus—is a major topic of conversation across numerous aspects of the medical field. Why? There are several reasons.
Kim Anderson, RN, Deaconess VNA Home Care & Hospice There are a many questions regarding hospice, such as, “What services are included?”, “How is it paid for?”, and more. Below are answers to some of these most common questions, as well as additional information about why hospice is a wonderful service and resource for families when a loved one has a terminal condition.
Claire Sutherby BSN, RN, CMSRN, Oncology Survivorship Nurse Navigator Earlier this month, Deaconess celebrated National Cancer Survivors Day with a special party for cancer survivors and their family and friends. We celebrated because being a cancer survivor is a special thing!
Dr. Devi Kodali, Deaconess Clinic Oncologist/Hematologist The thought of cancer can be concerning. Learn what lifestyle factors play key roles in cancer development and what you can do to lower your overall cancer risk.
Dr. Maqbool Ahmed, Deaconess Clinic Oncologist/Hematologist According to recent studies, it’s believed that up to 1/3 of cancers can be prevented through specific actions and lifestyle modifications. Learn what the four most preventable cancers are and what you can do to lower your risk.
Deaconess Cancer Services Learning that you or someone you love has cancer is a life-changing moment. After hearing the word “cancer,” people are often overwhelmed, anxious and fearful. You may feel paralyzed and numb, not knowing what to do next. There are many aspects to preparing for your cancer journey—medical, financial, physical, and emotional.
Deaconess Breast Center The Deaconess Breast Center and the Susan G. Komen for the Cure provide resources for women with breast cancer.
Dr. Lauren Veazey, Family Practice Physician at Deaconess Clinic Mt. Pleasant. We’ve come a long way with cervical cancer. Cervical cancer used to be the number one cancer killer of American women. That number has gone down in recent years due to improved screening methods, but there are still improvements to be made.
Deaconess Clinic Oncology More than 143,000 new colorectal (colon and rectum) cancer cases are diagnosed in the US each year, and 52,000 Americans die each year from the disease. Colon cancer is responsible for 9% of all cancer deaths, and it is the most commonly occurring cancer in both men and women after lung cancer according to the National Cancer Institute.
Deaconess Clinic Urology Deaconess Clinic Oncology There are two cancers that are exclusive to men—prostate and testicular cancers. Like all cancers, catching them early means the best chance of a good prognosis.
Patient – Leigh Ann Nurse Navigator – Robynn Working, Breast Patient In August 2012, I found a lump. I was only 42, so breast cancer wasn’t something I’d really thought about. I had no family history so I didn’t really worry about breast cancer, to be quite honest.
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