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Healthy habits to reduce the side effects of cancer treatment

Healthy habits to reduce the side effects of cancer treatment

No one wants to face the prospect of a cancer diagnosis, especially when recovery means a long treatment regimen that may include surgery, chemotherapy and/or radiation. All of these treatments, while they can be life-saving, come with side effects that are less than desirable. The good news is that developing and maintaining some healthy habits can help you reduce the.

By Willamette Valley Cancer Institute | October 18th, 2016 | Cancer News, Breast Cancer
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Do your skin a favor, don’t forget sunscreen

Do your skin a favor, don’t forget sunscreen

With skin cancer being the most common of all cancers, protecting yourself from the sun is something to think about all year long, especially on these hot, summer days. According to a survey by the CDC in 2008, only a third of adults report using sunscreen regularly. However, getting even a single sunburn increases your risk of developing melanoma—the deadliest form of.

By Willamette Valley Cancer Institute | July 8th, 2015 | Cancer News, Melanoma
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