WellSpring Oncology

07/01/2016

Happy Fourth of July from Wellspring!
Everyone have a safe fun filled weekend! 🇺🇸🌟

02/12/2016

It's valentine's day at Wellspring! !♡♡♡

02/13/2015

Happy Valentine's day, a day early.. We wanted to celebrate with our patients complete with Valentine goodie bags, balloons and super cute yummy cookies!

10/10/2013

Definitely a great story! What a warrior! :)

Mom Wisdom comes in many forms. Mamapedia Voices proudly showcases useful and insightful posts by selected writers, from up-and-coming mom bloggers to well-known mom experts.

10/10/2013

10/10/2013

Join our team "Bosom Buddies" or come visit us at the start finish line as we are the official water sponsor for the forth year in a row!! October 19th at Vinoy Park at 9:00am! http://makingstrides.acsevents.org/site/PageServer/?pagename=MSABC_CY13_FindAnEvent

Watch this video to learn how hope starts with us. For more information, please visit cancer.org/stridesonline or call 1-800-227-2345.

08/29/2013

Identification of three types of stomach cancer may improve patient care. http://bit.ly/1930Or8

Stomach cancer, one of the leading causes of cancer death worldwide, actually falls into three broad subtypes that respond differently to currently available therapies, according to researchers.

08/27/2013

Ovarian cancer is treatable is detected early, but 70% of cases aren’t diagnosed until it’s too late. A promising blood test may change that. http://fxn.ws/12ICEkE

A new test to screen for ovarian cancer appears to detect the disease in early stages, and if confirmed in clinical trials, the test could become a routine screening for women

08/22/2013

According to a study published in Cancer Prevention Research, the oral human papillomavirus (HPV) infection causes about 40 percent to 80 percent of oropharyngeal cancers. http://bit.ly/1bWnyL9

Poor oral health, including gum disease and dental problems, was found to be associated with oral human papillomavirus (HPV) infection, which causes about 40 percent to 80 percent of oropharyngeal cancers, according to a new study.

08/21/2013

A recent JAMA Dermatology report shows that there have been at least 16 cases of melanoma -- the deadliest form of skin cancer -- that have developed on a pigmented spot covered by a tattoo. http://cbsn.ws/16bOa5f

Laser removal may remove pigment from melanoma-afflicted moles and birthmarks, making the cancer even harder to detect

08/20/2013

Despite research showing that indoor tanning before the age of 35 increases melanoma risk by up to 75%, nearly a third of white high school girls continue to do so. http://fxn.ws/19GLXaa

Indoor tanning is common among white teenage girls, especially older teens, according to a new report from researchers at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

08/15/2013

Scientists are reporting a milestone for cancer research. http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-23704035

Scientists are reporting a significant milestone for cancer research after charting 21 major mutations behind the vast majority of tumours.

08/13/2013

Have you spoken to your son about the importance of sun protection? Adolescent and young white men with melanoma are more than 50 percent more likely than their female counterparts to die from the disease, according to the results of a study published in JAMA Dermatology..http://bit.ly/1brKIZv

08/09/2013

Electronic ci******es look like regular ci******es, but are they safe? Studies show that usage is growing rapidly, but their long-term health effects have not been established. Learn more about e-ci******es and why there are many reasons to be cautious. http://bit.ly/14d7gax

Healthy Living Newsletter

08/08/2013

ABC Health News held a live Twitter Chat regarding the "New Rules of Cancer." If you missed it, check out the recap:

The ancient Greek physician, Hippocrates described several forms of cancer, referring to them as carcinos, the Greek word for crab or crayfish. So it’s a safe bet to say that cancer has been with us for a long, long time. Our approach to cancer is changing, however. Researchers and clinicians are be...

08/07/2013

Are you caring for a family member with cancer, or know somebody who is? Many family caregivers often need support, not only to help their loved one deal with the challenges of cancer and its treatments, but also to ensure that they address their own physical, emotional, and spiritual needs. Here is some information from the National Cancer Institute that can help: http://1.usa.gov/jW5R0t

Expert-reviewed information summary about the challenges faced by family caregivers of cancer patients. This summary focuses on typical caregiver roles and concerns, and helpful interventions for caregivers.

08/05/2013

US Task Force makes recommendations for Lung Cancer screening. http://www.cancer.org/cancer/news/news/us-task-force-makes-recommendations-for-lung-cancer-screening

The United States Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) has issued a draft statement recommending that certain people at high risk for lung cancer get a low-dose CT scan every year. The task force is an independent panel of experts authorized by Congress to make recommendations about specific prev...