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Dance Video Gets Adventist Midwest Health Employees Moving for Breast Cancer Awareness

Need a mammogram? Call 630-856-7070 to make an appointment. October is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month. To support breast cancer awareness at your hospital, click here: www.keepingyouwell.com

Exercise may keep cancer patients healthier during, after treatment

“Using exercise as an approach to cancer care has the potential to benefit patients both physically and psychologically, as well as mitigate treatment side effects,” says study lead author Eleanor M. Walker, M.D., division director of breast services in the Department of Radiation Oncology at Henry Ford Hospital. “Plus, exercise is a great alternative to patients combating [...]

Early stage oral cancer and advanced screening processes

Patients diagnosed with early stage oral cancer are usually examined by their doctor for suspicious areas in the mouth and throat area. A study was conducted that tested two diagnostic aids in evaluating lesions in the oral cavity. Chemiluminescent light, or brand name Vizilite and toluidine blue, pharmaceutical grade dye, were used in addition to the [...]