When facing a cancer diagnosis, many patients assume one doctor will map out their care and treatment plan. But the most effective cancer care often comes from a team approach.
Wendy Wessling began her cancer journey over a decade ago. With her husband Tom and four children by her side, Wessling embarked on a journey she never thought she’d have to face.
Bernie Ketterl always enjoyed helping others by regularly donating blood. He didn’t realize that this simple act of kindness would also help save his life.
If you’ve ever looked in the mirror and thought your eyes make you look tired or older than you feel, you’re not alone. The area around our eyes is one of the first places that shows signs of aging.
When Jeff Kramer felt a persistent backache in February 2023, he expected it to resolve on its own. The 63-year-old endured the discomfort for months before seeking care, which led to a shocking discovery: kidney cancer.
The Fred & Pamela Buffett Cancer Center is a recognized leader in cellular therapies such as stem cell transplants, bone marrow transplants and CAR T-cell therapy, treatments that harness the body’s own cells to fight cancer.
While traditional screening works well, it only detects one type of cancer. Cancer centers are now exploring new technology that can screen for multiple cancers at once.
Folate and folic acid are both forms of vitamin B9, an important vitamin that helps your body stay healthy. It’s helpful to know how they’re different, why you need them and how make sure you’re getting enough.
