Selim Sheikh, DO, MBA, talks about osteopathic manipulative medicine and osteopathic manipulative treatment, and how they benefit patients at Huntsman Cancer Institute.
A virtual support group provides a way for members to openly share struggles, find emotional support, and learn coping techniques from experts, creating a unique brotherhood.
Cancer treatment can be positively affected by physical activity and nutrition. The Wellness and Integrative Health Center empowers patients to stay active throughout treatment and beyond.
Cancer treatment can significantly impact a person's sense of self and body. The Wellness and Integrative Health Center offers an integrative approach, addressing physical, emotional, and mental aspects of healing.
Cancer care is changing. Alongside surgery, radiation, and chemotherapy, a new approach is gaining ground: integrative oncology. This patient-centered field combines conventional treatments with personalized options to improve treatment outcomes.
Music therapist Heather Fellows helps patients express what they're feeling through instruments and song. Where words sometimes fail, it's the music that speaks volumes.
The Cancer Control and Population Sciences Program member stresses the importance of exercise and describes the benefits of Huntsman Cancer Institute’s Wellness Center and POWER program.
Cancer can be a life-altering experience. Recovering your sense of who you are and how you will live your life going forward are important aspects of your recovery and survivorship.
Scanxiety is something people experience before, during, and after medical imaging. It is a common experience, especially for people with cancer, who may undergo regular scans to monitor their condition.
Jason Coombs embraced caregiving when his wife, Brin, was diagnosed with ovarian cancer. Their inspiring journey filled with love and transformation is shared in our blog and on our podcast.
Huntsman Cancer Institute Cancer Hospital Executive Director Don Milligan, MBA, describes how the Kathryn F. Kirk Center became a reality and the hope it now provides to so many.
Investigators have been awarded a grant to find a better way to protect muscle mass in patients. Muscle mass plays a critical role in quality of life and cancer survival.
In May 2023, Huntsman Cancer Institute celebrated the opening of a new hospital expansion and a recommitment to providing the world’s best patient care.
Somatic movements—yoga, Pilates, tai chi—are beneficial to people with cancer. Denise Gascoigne of Huntsman Cancer Institute's Wellness and Integrative Health Center provides more information about these methods.
The World Health Organization recently announced that aspartame, a popular artificial sweetener, is now classified as a Group 2B carcinogen. Registered dietitian Emily Preib shares her expertise and encourages moderation.
