SOLUTIONS Cancer Resource Center, Inc.

01/23/2024

It was the first Sunday of the New Year! Awakened by an intense pain, she knew she would not make it to church. It was much too much. She had to get to the hospital, her husband got the car. It was very early, still dark, the sun had not yet appeared. In fact, the forecast of a snow storm was expected that day. The drive to the Emergency Department brought a great sense of relief as the pain would be taken care of.

It was the first Sunday of the New Year! Awakened by an intense pain, she knew she would not make it to church. It was much too much. She had to get to the hospital, her husband got the car. It was…

01/23/2024

As the conversation drifted towards personal updates, the wife of the other invited couple, a woman radiating warmth and quiet strength, shared news that sent a ripple of shock and concern

The clinking of glasses and warm laughter filled the air as we settled at the dining table, catching up with friends we hadn’t seen in years. The aroma of food swirled around us, promising a …

10/12/2023

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Take advantage of this opportunity to get screened, and share with everyone (40 years and up). Make the call to set up your appointment. Early detection gives you an advantage and may save your life💓

03/02/2023

Early detection may save your life. **alcancer

Cancer that begins in the colon is called colon cancer. If the cancer is found in the re**um, it is called re**al cancer. However, cancer that is found in either of these areas are also called colo…

08/01/2022

When it comes to advocacy, awareness and addressing health disparities, we're all in

08/01/2022

BIG ANNOUNCEMENT 📣
Thrilled to be a part of this extraordinary initiative. All of Us Research Program is the game changer and we're all in this together. Learn more about All of Us and spread the word

SOLUTIONS Cancer Resource Center is proud to announce its partnership with the National Institutes of Health (NIH)’s All of Us Research Program through its Community Advocate Network (CAN).&n…

06/08/2022

Absolutely, it’s time for inclusion. Have the conversation, chances are they’ll be willing to consider if given the opportunity. https://www.statnews.com/2022/06/06/black-cancer-patients-not-offered-access-to-clinical-trials/

The majority of Black women with metastatic breast cancer don’t get enrolled into clinical trials, according to new research presented at on Monday. Only 40% of Black respondents said they were even offered a trial.

03/18/2022

I’m Trying to Balance My Fears of COVID-19 With Returning to Routine Cancer Screenings and Health Care https://www.curetoday.com/view/i-m-trying-to-balance-my-fears-of-covid-19-with-returning-to-routine-cancer-screenings-and-health-care

I’ve recently joined the masses in catching up with routine health care that was put off during the COVID-19 pandemic.

03/18/2022

9 things to know about pancreatic cancer and the risk for developing the disease if any through hereditary connections
 https://www.mdanderson.org/cancerwise/is-pancreatic-cancer-hereditary--9-things-to-know.h00-159537378.html?cmpid=twitter

Is pancreatic cancer hereditary? Are there any genetic mutations associated with it? Our pancreatic cancer expert Florencia McAllister, M.D., weighs in on these questions and seven more.

03/10/2022

An Upstate man rang a bell to celebrate his final cancer treatment then proposed to his girlfriend.

01/25/2022

COVID-19: What People with Cancer Should Know https://www.cancer.gov/about-cancer/coronavirus/coronavirus-cancer-patient-information

Some cancer treatments may increase your risk of severe illness from COVID-19. Learn about how patients with cancer can protect themselves and what they should do if they have symptoms of an infection.

01/06/2022

Ginger has been used for medicinal purposes in China for more than 2,500 years, and it has had a prominent role in Chinese, Indian, and Japanese medicine since the 1500s.
https://www.nccih.nih.gov/health/ginger

This fact sheet provides basic information about ginger—common names, usefulness and safety, and resources for more information.

01/06/2022

Side effects are problems that occur when treatment affects healthy tissues or organs. https://www.cancer.gov/about-cancer/treatment/side-effects

Side effects are problems that occur when cancer treatment affects healthy tissues or organs. Learn about side effects caused by cancer treatment. Know what signs and symptoms to call your doctor about. Learn about treatments for side effects.

11/17/2021

Cancer patients can now map a very different disease journey for themselves—one that could ultimately mean not only better outcomes and less hit-or-miss treatments, but an improved quality of life as well.

08/26/2021

A four-time cancer survivor shares the advice her father gave her as a young child during her first journey with cancer. The words he uttered made her shift how she has looked at life.

07/25/2021

What happens when you hear those words? The results are in and you have cancer. This documentary is an exploration into the lives of those who have been touched by cancer and it takes you on a journey of the cancer patient, the family, friends, clergy and even the healthcare team.

06/23/2021

The Off Broadway performance had a successful run in the Fall of 2010 in New York City. Much like the documentary, The Day That Changed My Life which featured the real life cancer journeys - this production is mixed with inspiration, uncertainty, and all of the complexities that comes with having a....

06/23/2021

MSK researchers are studying why Black patients with breast cancer are more likely to experience heart problems that can result from treatment.