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02/20/2026

When a cancer diagnosis comes into the picture, it affects not only the patient, but their loved ones. Loved ones may become caregivers.

On National Caregivers Day, we honor the people who stepped up and supported someone through a cancer diagnosis, treatment and on into survivorship.

02/19/2026

On World Cancer Day, we had the opportunity to speak at the link in Nocatee about technology that makes a difference in the lives of people who are diagnosed with cancer. Proton therapy requires complex technology that allows precise radiation to kill cancer and allow people to live a high quality of life after treatment.

Find out about the various technology and therapies available right here in North Florida: https://bit.ly/3ZGy6xr

Discover advanced radiation oncology technologies designed to treat cancer with precision. Our team tailors every treatment plan to your unique diagnosis. Contact us today to discuss your options.

02/18/2026

"You could breathe again. It was incredible.", is how Toni explains the feeling of ringing Aud's Chime at the end of her proton therapy treatment. Enjoy this short interview with Toni and her encouragement to others: https://bit.ly/4c1Fr1Y

Ringing the chime after treatment for stage 1 lung cancer Toni R. said it was an “incredible” feeling and a heavenly sound.

02/17/2026

Three Questions with Dr. Sapienza, Gynecological Cancer Expert.

Read how his first year at Florida Proton is going and the advancements he is making in gynecologic cancer care: https://bit.ly/3Od3uRJ

02/16/2026

At the UF Health Proton Therapy Institute, gynecologic cancers are treated with a wide range of options—proton therapy, IMRT, VMAT, and brachytherapy—making us the only academic oncology facility between Orlando and Atlanta to offer such advanced radiation technologies.

🔎 Find out options for gynecologic cancer treatments right here: https://bit.ly/3Oj1DLe

Gynecologic cancer can be treated with proton therapy at the University of Florida Health Proton Therapy Institute with precision and a low risk of side effects.

02/13/2026

As we approach Valentine's Day, we know how important it is to protect our hearts. Tara, a devoted mom, foster parent, and grandmother, faced breast cancer head‑on with optimism and faith. After chemotherapy, she chose proton therapy at UF Health Proton Therapy Institute, a breakthrough that keeps the heart safer while fighting cancer recurrence.

Tara’s story reminds us that courage, support, and cutting‑edge care can make a profound difference. Read Tara’s full story and discover how proton therapy can give patients and their loved ones a hopeful, heart‑friendly path to recovery: https://bit.ly/46CxnB3

Tara Burch stays positive during her breast cancer treatment

02/12/2026

20 Years of Progress in Proton Therapy: The Groundbreaking

Read the first in our series of looking back on the history of the UF Health Proton Therapy Institute which started with breaking ground in 2003, and see the photos from the very beginning: https://bit.ly/464DZbi

The UF Health Proton Therapy Institute makes progress in proton therapy and now celebrates 20 years

02/11/2026

Congratulations, Cancer Survivors! Today we honor every individual who has reached the finish line of treatment! Whether you’ve fought for months or years, you inspire us all.

Want to see survivor stories in action? 👉 Watch patient stories on our dedicated page: https://bit.ly/4tu29G3

Here’s to your ongoing journey and a bright, hopeful future!

02/10/2026

As we continue celebrating our 20th Anniversary, we are grateful to look back and see how the people we cared for are doing today, and the difference proton therapy made in their lives. Listen in as Michael, a double cancer survivor, shares his story with News 104.5 WOKV: https://bit.ly/4qtvkX8

For Michael M., ringing the chime on the 15th anniversary of completing proton therapy for prostate cancer brought a “sense of relief, a sense of joy, and a great deal of gratitude.”