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    Know the Facts on Lung Cancer: Types, Stages, and How to Lower Your Risk

    March 27, 2019

    Don't wait for a diagnosis to learn about lung cancer. Here are crucial lung cancer facts to help you stay healthy and vigilant. Read More

    Medically Reviewed by UPMC Hillman Cancer Center

    Categorized as: Cancer Care, Lung Cancer

    Tagged with: cancer care, facts about lung cancer, lung cancer, lung cancer facts, lung cancer overview

    Learn key facts about lung cancer
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    Things To Bring to Chemo: Your Treatment Checklist

    October 20, 2017

    Any way you look at it, cancer can be scary. Use this list to help you figure what to bring to your first chemo appointment. Watch Now

    Medically Reviewed by UPMC Hillman Cancer Center

    Categorized as: Cancer Care

    Tagged with: cancer, cancer care, chemotherapy, what to bring to chemo

    Chemotherapy
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    How Oncology Rehab Provides Relief for Cancer Patients

    November 27, 2016

    Learn how oncology rehab, including physical and occupational therapy, can provide relief for cancer patients during treatment. Read More

    Medically Reviewed by UPMC Rehabilitation Institute

    Categorized as: Cancer Care, Rehabilitation

    Tagged with: cancer care, Centers for Rehab, occupational therapy, Oncology Rehab, physical therapy, speech therapy, Treatment for Cancer Patients

    Learn more about oncology rehab
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    UPMC and the National Cancer Institute

    October 5, 2016

    The National Cancer Institute (NCI) Cancer Centers Program is one of the country's premier cancer research programs. Learn More

    Categorized as: Cancer Care

    Tagged with: cancer, cancer care, Comprehensive Cancer Center

    Learn more about the UPMC Hillman CancerCenter
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    Coping With Diagnosis: Cancer Grief Support Groups

    October 5, 2016

    Grief is common with a cancer diagnosis. Learn more about what you can expect and where you can find critical grief support resources. Read More

    Medically Reviewed by UPMC Hillman Cancer Center

    Categorized as: Cancer Care

    Tagged with: cancer, cancer care, cancer diagnosis, Counseling, grief, mental health, support services

    cancer grief support groups
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    Prostate Cancer Symptoms, Causes, and More

    September 17, 2016

    Prostate cancer is among the most commonly diagnosed cancers in men. Learn about prostate cancer symptoms, causes, and treatment options. Read More

    Medically Reviewed by UPMC Hillman Cancer Center

    Categorized as: Cancer Care, Prostate Cancer

    Tagged with: cancer care, Men's Health, national prostate cancer awareness month, prostate cancer, prostate cancer symptoms

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