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October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, reminding us to become more familiar with the risk factors for breast cancer and the importance of early detection and prevention. Breast cancer is the second…

According to the American Cancer Society, lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer death in the United States. This is often because it is not detected during the earliest and most treatable stages…

Getting a breast cancer diagnosis is overwhelming. Patients often have questions about their diagnosis, what it means and when they should schedule appointments to get going with treatment. There is a…

As the saying goes, the apple doesn’t fall far from the tree. That was Beth Taylor’s reasoning when she decided to take the High Risk Breast Evaluation at Endeavor Health. “I went for my annual…

According to the American Cancer Society, one in eight women will be diagnosed with breast cancer during her lifetime. The good news is finding breast cancer during its earliest stages provides more…

Have you ever wondered why you might have side effects when taking a medication but another person doesn’t experience any? Or why a medication might work well for a friend but you don’t respond to it…

Personalized medicine can mean a lot of things. At Endeavor Health, we define it as the customization of patient care with a treatment plan based on a patient’s health history and genetic…

Laura Troche, 47, is proactive about her health. She watches her nutrition, gets regular exercise and sees her doctor for routine exams and preventive care. But during the spring of 2020, she noticed…

Breast cancer is the most common type of cancer and the leading cause of cancer death in females worldwide. However, it’s uncommon in women younger than age 40. This group makes up only about five…

There are a lot of facts about breast cancer. For example, one in eight women will be diagnosed with breast cancer during her lifetime. Unfortunately, there are also a lot of myths and misconceptions…

Question: What is the most common type of cancer in the United States? If you guessed skin cancer, you are correct. It is the most common type of cancer with more cases diagnosed each year than all…

In the past, losing one or both breasts was one of the most devastating aspects of breast cancer treatment. Many women experienced feelings of anxiety and sadness over a perceived loss of femininity…