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New Information about Cervical Cancer Screening and Treatment at Memorial Sloan-Kettering

By Andrea Peirce, BA, Writer/Editor | Friday, August 16, 2013

Memorial Sloan-Kettering uses a multidisciplinary approach to provide leading-edge care to women with cervical cancer.

Tags: Cancer Care; Prevention; Cervical Cancer; Screening; Treatment

In the News

Larry Norton Discusses Proposal to Redefine Cancer on PBS NewsHour

By Media Staff | Wednesday, July 31, 2013

Deputy Physician-in-Chief for Breast Cancer Programs Larry Norton was interviewed on PBS NewsHour about a recent recommendation from a National Cancer Institute working group that proposed changing the definition of cancer.

Tags: Cancer Care; Prevention; Breast Cancer; Screening

In the Clinic

New Online Tool Helps People Decide Whether to Be Screened for Lung Cancer

By Jim Stallard, MA, Writer/Editor | Tuesday, July 30, 2013

A new online decision tool can help current or former smokers determine whether they would benefit from lung cancer screening.

Tags: Cancer Care; CT; Prevention; Screening; Lung Cancer

Ask the Expert

How Can I Maintain a Healthy Diet during and after My Breast Cancer Treatment?

By Jim Stallard, MA, Writer/Editor | Wednesday, July 3, 2013

In this “Ask the Expert” feature, Cara Anselmo, a registered dietitian nutritionist, discusses the importance of maintaining a healthy diet while undergoing breast cancer treatment.

Tags: Cancer Care; Counseling & Support; Prevention; Breast Cancer