Clinical Trial Insight: November Lung Cancer Trials
November 8, 2013
OHC’s Research Department’s complex clinical trial menu provides an opportunity for patients in and around the Tri-State area to participate in innovative studies that include targeted therapies. Clinical research into lung cancer has resulted in (Read More)
Earlier Detection, Better Treatments for Lung Cancer
November 8, 2013
Years of research have yielded real progress against the assorted group of 200 diseases known as lung cancer, which continue to claim more lives each year than colon, breast and prostate cancer combined. Here is a review of some recent advances in (Read More)
OHC Patient Testimonial - Shirley
November 8, 2013
Shirley, an OHC patient, was impressed by the courtesy that everyone at OHC showed her. (Read More)
The Most Common Cancers: #5 Skin Cancer
November 6, 2013
Skin cancer is the fifth most common cancer in the United States, with 76,690 new cases expected in 2013 according to the National Cancer Institute. The number of cases is rising each year, though, and it accounts for 75 percent of all cancer cases (Read More)
It's Just a Life with Breast Cancer and I Rock it!
November 6, 2013
As I glance around the Coffee Emporium on Central Parkway, it takes a few minutes to recognize Talika. When I do, she immediately jumps up to greet me with a smile. She’s wearing a bright pink scarf that matches the tuft of fuchsia hair on the top (Read More)
OHC Employee Testimonial - Marlene
November 4, 2013
OHC employee Marlene loves the enthusiasm she sees from her patients. (Read More)
The Most Common Cancers: #6 Bladder Cancer
October 30, 2013
In recent years, the number of bladder cancer cases has steadily increased. About 55,000 men and 18,000 women will be diagnosed with bladder cancer in 2013 estimates the National Cancer Institute, making it the sixth most common cancer in the United (Read More)
OHC Employee Testimonial - Sunita
October 28, 2013
OHC staff member Sunnita grows close to her cancer patients, and she loves it. (Read More)
OHC Patient Testimonial - Jim
October 25, 2013
Jim's thankful for the extra help he receives from the OHC staff. (Read More)
The Most Common Cancers: #7 Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma
October 23, 2013
Lymphoma is a cancer that occurs in the spleen, lymph nodes, lymphocytes (white blood cells), and other organs of the immune system. Lymphoma is dangerous because it can spread to other parts of the body. There are two types of lymphoma, separated by (Read More)
OHC Employee Testimonial - Rita
October 21, 2013
OHC staff member Rita feels fulfilled when she helps our cancer patients. (Read More)
You're Invited: October 22 Breast Cancer Community Panel Discussion
October 18, 2013
OHC invites you to a free community panel discussion about breast health and cancer that features two of the area’s most prominent oncologists specializing in women’s health. In addition to an energetic panel discussion, you’ll get (Read More)
You're Invited: October 22 Breast Cancer Community Panel Discussion
October 18, 2013
OHC invites you to a free community panel discussion about breast health and cancer that features two of the area’s most prominent oncologists specializing in women’s health. In addition to an energetic panel discussion, you’ll get (Read More)
OHC Experts to Discuss Lung Cancer
October 18, 2013
At a free Nov. 12 panel on the prevention and treatment of lung cancer, OHC Medical Oncologist Benjamin Herms, MD, and Radiation Oncologist Marc Mosbacher, MD, will provide information, answer questions, and offer advice to current and past smokers (Read More)
The Most Common Cancers: #8 Thyroid Cancer
October 16, 2013
Thyroid cancer is the eighth most common form of cancer. Those with the disease have malignant cells in their thyroid gland tissues. In 2013, it is estimated by the National Cancer Institute that about 60,200 new cases will be diagnosed. The thyroid (Read More)
