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Feb 24, 2020
Cancer and Acupuncture
Many patients find the practice beneficial.
Aug 20, 2019
Preserving Fertility Through Cancer Treatment
One of the most pressing issues facing young patients treated for cancer is that the very treatment that saves their life may affect their ability to have children in the future.
Mar 07, 2019
Why Is Pancreatic Cancer So Deadly?
Compared to other cancers, pancreatic cancer is relatively rare. But it is the third leading cause of cancer death in the United States.
Nov 27, 2018
How to Create a Cancer Care Package
It's the little things that count.
Aug 02, 2018
Same Day Skin Cancer Surgery
The words “cancer surgery” do not bring to mind a same day procedure in which the patient is awake for the whole process.
Mar 19, 2018
Don't Fear Your Colonoscopy
Despite major advancements in colon cancer screenings, the stigma surrounding a colonoscopy leaves many of us, well, a little uncomfortable.
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How to Be Assertive About Your COVID Concerns This Holiday Season
Nov 20, 2020
As the holidays approach during the COVID-19 pandemic, many people find themselves trying to navigate how to celebrate with family safely—if they feel safe to meet up at all. Some family members may have different ideas about what it means to be safe during these times. Dr. Benjamin Chan shares his strategy of how to be assertive about your health concerns with your family during the holidays.
Play InterviewIt's Important to Follow-up with Your Doctor
Nov 19, 2020
Some patients, unfortunately, don't get better after the first doctor's appointment, and an estimated 30 percent of patients don't even fill their prescriptions. If your condition doesn't improve, your doctor needs to know. Women's health expert Dr. Kirtly Parker Jones talks about the importance of following up with your doctor after an initial visit.
Play Interview1: Redefining Diabetes
Nov 18, 2020
High-impact discoveries at University of Utah Health are transforming how we think about the causes of diabetes and solutions to combat disease. Through this interview with Scott Summers, learn how he, June Round, and Helena Safavi, and Maria and Matt Bettini are redefining diabetes.
Play InterviewFun Halloween Activities During COVID-19
Oct 26, 2020
Just because you're social distancing, doesn't mean you can't celebrate Halloween this year. There are a lot of fun Halloween activities you and your family can enjoy—even during a global health pandemic. Pediatrician Dr. Cindy Gellner has some dos and don'ts on how to celebrate Halloween during COVID-19.
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