Enloe Health Regional Cancer Center

08/29/2025

Who will make decisions about your care if you are not able to speak for yourself in a medical emergency?
Do the people closest to you know what kind of medical care you want – and don’t want?
Need some encouragement and guidance to get your plan done?

Attend the Enloe Health Advance Care Planning workshop to begin the process of advance care planning (ACP).

• Learn the five easy steps of ACP.
• Understand the different ACP documents like an advance directive and POLST (Physician Orders for Life-Sustaining Treatment).
• Get the documents you need.
• Ask questions and receive answers.
• Complete a worksheet of next steps.
• Play the “Go Wish” game!

The next workshop is scheduled for Sept. 4, 10 a.m. to noon. at the Fountain Medical Conference Room located at 251 Cohasset Road, Suite 105, Chico, next to the Enloe Health Regional Cancer Center.

Advance care planning is for medical care and does not affect your property or finances. This is a free workshop open to the public. Questions? Call 530-332-3856.

08/26/2025

Did you know the Comfort Center & Library at Enloe Health Regional Cancer Center also provides tech assistance? Need help with MyChart or Zoom? Stop by or call 530-332-3856 to make an appointment.

08/22/2025

We’d like to give a heartfelt thanks to the Safeway Foundation! It recently awarded the Enloe Health Foundation a $14,000 grant to support Enloe cancer services. This grant will help Enloe Health increase the number of oncology clinical trials available and increase trial enrollment. On behalf of the patients, caregivers and community we serve: Thank you!

08/19/2025

Enloe Health Regional Cancer Center now offers the Paxman Cold Cap System to help reduce hair loss during chemotherapy.

By cooling the scalp, the system constricts blood vessels, limiting the amount of chemo that reaches hair follicles. Cold caps are not appropriate for all patients or chemotherapy regimens. Patients should consult with their physician to determine if this option is suitable for them.

Infusion charge nurse Dayna Lucas shares, “Since the Paxman arrived at Infusion, we have had a handful of patients begin using it. It takes commitment — it must be worn for 30 minutes prior to chemotherapy treatment and for at least an hour after. And yes, it’s cold!”

Patient Nancy Taylor shares, “My 9-year-old granddaughter, Sapphire, didn’t want me to cut my hair. She said, ‘I love your hair, it’s beautiful.’ That inspired me to try the cold cap. It’s going to be a job, but I think it’ll be worth it.”

08/15/2025

We’re proud of Amber Silva, RN, who recently became an Oncology Certified Nurse. This certification requires a minimum of 2,000 hours of adult oncology practice, continuing education hours and successful completion of a 165-question certification test. Oncology nursing is a dynamic specialty that requires ongoing professional development, and certification must be renewed every four years.

Amber shares, “I love oncology nursing and had the goal to become Oncology Certified for many years. I’ve worked hard to gain knowledge and experience in my field and this certificate validates that for me.

“Once I received authorization to sit for the exam, I committed to studying for at least an hour a day for about 2 months. There is a lot of information to cover! Now that I’m certified, I have a lot more free time to enjoy time with my family — hiking, swimming, gardening and traveling!”

08/12/2025

Feelings of fear and anxiety are normal after a cancer diagnosis. In fact, most patients and caregivers struggle with these feelings at some point or another. It is important to acknowledge the feelings and explore ways to manage them so that they don’t worsen over time. Unresolved anxiety uses up emotional, mental and physical resources and robs us of hope, joy and strength for today.
There are things you can do to minimize fear and worry.

• Prepare in advance for tests, appointments and procedures by educating yourself about what to expect.
• Be well rested, well-nourished and have a support person, if needed.
• Talk to your doctor about the emotions (anxiety, depression, fear, etc.) you feel and learn about medical options that might help.
• Learn simple breathing exercises, grounding exercises and other resiliency skills that regulate the nervous system and reduce stress at the Shifting My Perception sessions held twice a month at Enloe Health Regional Cancer Center. The next session meets Aug. 14, 4:30-5:45 p.m. in person and on Zoom.

For more resources to manage fear and worry, stop by the Comfort Center & Library at the Enloe Health Regional Cancer Center. Call 530-332-3856 or email cancersupport@enloe.org for more information.

08/08/2025

Creative Journaling at the Creative Healing Art Group, Aug. 15, 2-3:30 p.m.

Want to explore new ways to cope? Journaling can be very beneficial for processing thoughts and feelings, but writing doesn’t work for everyone. Journaling through art can support the writing process and help open doors to creativity. This will be a fun hands-on session. You do not have to be an artist; no drawing or painting required.

Local artist and Enloe Health Healing Art Committee member, Lisa Freeman-Wood, will be our guest facilitator. Free program for those who are dealing with serious illness. To learn more or to register, contact Rebecca at 530-332-3856 or rebecca.senoglu@enloe.org.

08/05/2025

Enloe Health now offers Breast MRI with Dotarem Contrast

We’re excited to offer Breast MRI using Dotarem, a gadolinium-based contrast agent with a lower risk of tissue deposition than our previous agent.

Aimee Shipley, NP, Nurse Practitioner, at Enloe Health Genetics explains, “This is especially reassuring for high-risk breast cancer patients who undergo annual MRIs and are concerned about gadolinium buildup in tissues, including the brain. This advancement was a true team effort —special thanks to Lara Bussey, D.O., Medical Director of Breast Imaging, for helping make it happen!”

08/01/2025

Welcome new members of the Cancer Center Patient and Family Advisory Council (CC PFAC). The purpose of the CC PFAC is to create an opportunity for patients and/or their family members to work together with members of the Cancer Center team to promote the best possible medical and emotional outcomes for patients and family members. The council meets once a month, and members serve one or two-year terms. Thank you for serving our cancer community in this way!

If you or someone you know is interested in serving on the Cancer Center Patient & Family Advisory Council, contact Rebecca Senoglu at rebecca.senoglu@enloe.org.

07/29/2025

Summer is here — and triple-digit heat is in effect. These warm days can bring about adventures as families hit the trails and the parks. But these days can pose threats. Emergency medicine physician James Moore, M.D., goes over two common heat-related illnesses and how to stay safe.

Summer is officially here — and triple-digit heat is in full effect. These steamy days can pose threats. Emergency medicine physician James Moore, M.D., goes over two common heat-related illnesses and how we can stay safe during the scorching temperatures.

07/25/2025

The Healing Art Gallery has a new exhibit! View artist Deborah Zimmerman’s work and read her statement at the Enloe Health Regional Cancer Center or at www.enloe.org/art.

07/22/2025

Are you dealing with serious illness? Need a refreshing shift of perspective? Participants in the Shifting My Perception sessions have said, “I feel heard and validated,” “I feel grateful,” “I feel better,” “This was valuable.”

Enjoy stress relief exercises, learn new skills, find and take time to reflect in the company of others who want to help each other thrive. Next session is Thursday, July 24, 11 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. in the Fountain Medical Conference Room, 251 Cohasset Rd, Suite 105 Chico, next to Enloe Health Regional Cancer Center.

Open to all patients, caregivers, and survivors of serious illness; sessions are free. Call 530-332-3856 for details.