Dartmouth Cancer Center

12/16/2025

Some the most important things you can do to help reduce your risk of developing cancer are:
✅Quitting smoking (or not starting)
✅Practicing sun safe behaviors all year long.
✅Being physically active on a regular basis.
✅Eating a well-balanced diet.
✅Avoiding or limiting alcohol.

Learn more at https://bit.ly/4iGocUA

12/15/2025

As the New Year approaches, many of us start thinking about resolutions that support our health. This year, consider adding important life-saving cancer screenings to your list.

If you’ve been putting off screenings that you're eligible for because you’re worried about getting an “abnormal” result, you’re not alone—this is a very common fear. But you should know that an abnormal result often does not mean cancer.

“That window between an abnormal result and active treatment can be a tough emotional space,” says pulmonologist David Feller-Kopman, MD. “Our job is to get patients the answers—and the care—as quickly and clearly as possible, and we have a wonderful team at Dartmouth Cancer Center to help guide our patients through this journey.”

Start 2026 with clarity and confidence. Hear more from Feller-Kopman and other experts about what happens after an abnormal screening:
https://cancer.dartmouth.edu/stories/article/what-happens-when-you-have-abnormal-cancer-screening

12/10/2025

The holidays are a time for connection and tradition—but for people going through cancer treatment, they can also bring unique challenges. Changes in taste or appetite, fatigue, and emotions around food can make this season feel different.

“Give yourself grace and flexibility,” says Nicole Parker, RD, LD, oncology dietitian at Dartmouth Cancer Center. “The goal isn’t to eat perfectly—it’s to nourish your body and spirit in whatever way feels right to you.”

Together with Elise Cushman, RD, LD, Parker recently led a discussion on intuitive eating during the holidays. Their advice? Let go of guilt, listen to your body, and focus on small moments of comfort and connection.

“You really want foods that taste good and feel good to you right now,” says Cushman. “Enjoyment is nourishment, too.”

Whether that means simplifying meals, asking for help, or savoring a few bites of a favorite dish, it’s about what feels best for you this season.

Read more tips and encouragement from Parker and Cushman:

How to find balance, comfort, and joy when time, energy, and appetite may be running low.

12/09/2025

This new tumor diagnostic tool could dramatically accelerate treatment.

A new rapid-diagnosis technique developed at Dartmouth can identify brain-tumor type in just hours—even during surgery. This innovation could help patients start the right treatment sooner.

12/05/2025

What an amazing ! Thank you to all our dear friends and supporters who made this day a huge success. Together we raised $27,648 for Healing Harvest, surpassing our $25k goal! Your generosity will put healthy food on the tables of Dartmouth Cancer Center patients during treatment. We’re deeply grateful for your support!

12/04/2025

Did you know that a single vaccine can prevent six types of cancer?

The human papillomavirus (HPV) is a common virus that, in some people—regardless of gender—can cause cancers years later. These include cervical, vaginal, vulvar, pe**le, a**l, and throat cancers. The HPV vaccine protects against the strains most likely to cause these diseases, making it one of the most powerful cancer prevention tools we have.

“HPV vaccination is cancer prevention,” says Ariel M. Kredentser, MD, a gynecologic oncologist at Dartmouth Cancer Center (DCC). “It’s always easier to prevent cancer than to treat it.”

Kredentser explains that the vaccine works best when given before exposure to HPV—typically between ages 9 and 12—and protects both girls and boys. “Rates of throat cancer in men now exceed cervical cancer in women,” he notes. “Vaccinating boys helps protect them directly and reduces transmission overall.”

HPV vaccines have been used for nearly two decades and are proven safe and highly effective. Extensive research shows that the vaccine does not increase risky behavior or cause serious side effects.

This is why DCC recently joined 61 other National Cancer Institute–designated cancer centers in reaffirming the importance of HPV vaccination for cancer prevention.

Hear more from Dr. Kredentser and read the full story here: https://cancer.dartmouth.edu/stories/article/protecting-against-six-cancers-power-hpv-vaccination

12/03/2025

The Living With and Beyond Cancer Support Group on ConnectShareCare Is Now Open!

We are excited to share a new online support group for people living with and beyond cancer. Many individuals find strength and comfort by connecting with others who share similar experiences.

ConnectShareCare, an online peer discussion platform hosted by Dartmouth Health, was originally created for families and caregivers of patients with serious illness. After a successful pilot with people living with cancer this summer, the platform has expanded to welcome a broader community. This online space offers connection, encouragement, and shared understanding for anyone navigating life after a cancer diagnosis.

Join or learn more at ConnectShareCare.org.

12/02/2025

This Giving Tuesday, your donation can feed two families instead of one. Learn how! https://dhmcalumdev.hitchcock.org/giving/giving-tuesday/dartmouth-cancer-center?source=25.CC.W.12.GTPromo

12/02/2025

Food is medicine – and Healing Harvest gets it to patients’ tables during treatment. Give to Healing Harvest before midnight and your gift will be doubled! Any amount helps: https://dartgo.org/givingtuesday-dcc

12/02/2025

What does a donation to Healing Harvest support? Find out! To learn how you can get involved this Giving Tuesday, please visit https://dhmcalumdev.hitchcock.org/giving/giving-tuesday/dartmouth-cancer-center?source=25.CC.W.12.GTPromo.

12/02/2025

We’re halfway through . Your donation to Healing Harvest will be matched dollar for dollar to provide healthy groceries to patients in treatment. Don’t wait, give now at https://dartgo.org/givingtuesday-dcc.

12/02/2025

Today is . Your support can help provide nutritious groceries to people with cancer through Dartmouth Cancer Center's Healing Harvest Program. Learn more: https://dhmcalumdev.hitchcock.org/giving/giving-tuesday/dartmouth-cancer-center?source=25.CC.W.12.GTPromo