Riverside Cancer Institute

05/29/2026

A few minutes today could make a difference tomorrow.

Melanoma can often be found by noticing changes in your skin. That’s why knowing the ABCDEs of melanoma is so important. Take a moment to learn the warning signs, check your skin, and share this information with someone you care about.

Many of us may not be too keen on taking an up-close-and-personal look at our own bodies, but there's a very good reason to do just that: It's one of the best ways to discover melanoma, the most deadly form of skin cancer. Though less common than other skin cancers, melanoma can spread to other part...

05/25/2026

This Memorial Day, we honor the men and women who gave their lives in service to our nation.

Their courage and sacrifice remind us of the strength of the human spirit and the importance of cherishing every moment with those we love.

Today, we remember them with deep gratitude and honor the families who carry their legacy forward.

05/22/2026

Memorial Day weekend marks the unofficial start of summer.

As you head outside to enjoy sunshine, cookouts, and time with the people you love, remember one of the simplest ways to help protect yourself from skin cancer: sunscreen.

It only takes a few moments to protect your skin, but the benefits can last for years.

Enjoy the weekend. Make memories. And take care of the skin you’re in.

05/20/2026

One unexpected trip to the emergency room changed Patricia’s life in an instant.
What followed was not just treatment, but hope. A physician who brought calm. New options when others stopped working. And a care team that felt like family.

Read Patricia’s story and see how expert cancer care, advanced treatments, and compassionate support are helping our neighbors face cancer with strength and confidence.

A cancer diagnosis changes everything in an instant. One moment life is normal. The next, nothing is. For Patricia Huber, that moment came in the emergency room... when she went in thinking she might have a heart problem and left with news she never expected.

05/18/2026

Congratulations to Lumrije A. for completing 16 rounds of chemo and 16 additional cycles of treatment! Lumrije was treated by Dr. Lacher and Shannon Male, NP, at the Coal City location. She always had a smile on her face, never complained, and was a true fighter through every treatment.

05/15/2026

Small steps. Lifesaving impact.
Screenings and early detection have led to a 33% drop in U.S. cancer death rates since 1991. Stay proactive, stay healthy, and encourage a friend to do the same!
A simple screening. A stronger tomorrow.
https://www.riversidehealthcare.org/services/cancer-institute/detection-and-diagnosis

05/11/2026

We hear a lot about mammograms, colonoscopies, and blood pressure checks, but less-known and equally important lung cancer screenings—not so much. As we recognize Cancer Prevention Month, we invite you to learn about Riverside’s lung cancer screening program and the follow-up care provided by primary care providers.

Amy Warburton, Riverside Imaging Quality and Business Operations Manager, oversees the Riverside Lung Nodule Clinic Patient Navigator team. The team is responsible for tracking lung patients and ensuring they receive the proper follow-up care from their primary physician. This work, along with educa...

05/08/2026

As we prepare for Mother's Day, we’re thinking of every mom whose life has been touched by cancer.

The ones in treatment.
The ones caring for someone they love.
The ones celebrating, remembering, or still waiting for answers.

Motherhood doesn’t pause for life’s hardest moments, and neither does your love.
You are seen. You are strong. Happy Mother’s Day.

05/06/2026

Cancer care is advancing daily, and it’s happening here at Riverside Cancer Institute. We’re proud to offer Brachytherapy, a cutting-edge treatment that delivers targeted radiation with fewer side effects and faster recovery times.
Meet Dr. Issra Rashed, Radiation Oncologist at Riverside, and learn how she’s helping patients achieve the best possible outcomes in this Riverside Doc-umentary.