10 Myths About Genetic Testing
May 5, 2022
Most people have heard about genetic testing when it comes to cancer risk, but there is a lot of misinformation. Today, gynecologic oncologist Casandra Liggins, MD joins us to bust the myths about genetic testing and share the facts.
MYTH #1: Most Cancers are Genetic
FALSE. The majority of patients who develop cancer do not have a genetic predisposition. “Genetic inheritance plays a role in approximately five to ten percent of cancers,” Dr. Liggins explains. When it comes to breast cancer in particular, five to ten percent of breast cancer patients have an identified gene, although another ten to 15 percent of patients will have a familial correlation, even though the gene is not present.
One of Our Own, Dr. Marshall Davis, shares his journey with testicular cancer
April 19, 2022
April is Testicular Cancer Awareness Month. Approximately 1 in 250 men will develop testicular cancer at some point during their lifetime, and Caucasian men are four to five times more likely to develop testicular cancer than African-American and Asian-American men. Testicular cancer mostly occurs in men aged 20 to 35 years old. Approximately 6% of cases occur in children and teens, and about 8% occur in men over 55.
Oncology Social Workers: Practical and Emotional Support On Your Cancer Journey
March 21, 2022
Oncology social workers are licensed clinical professionals who all have master’s degrees and are able to assist patients and families when affected by cancer. They provide emotional support, counseling, and resource information.
March is Social Work Month. Kelly Huey LCSW, Manager of the Social Work department at Arizona Oncology, talks about how the social work team can be of assistance to patients and their families during this difficult time.
Most Colorectal Cancer Patients Won’t Need a Colostomy After Surgery
March 18, 2022
March is colorectal cancer awareness month, so let’s talk about some things you might not know about this type of cancer.
According to www.cancer.org:
- Excluding skin cancers, colorectal cancer is the third most common cancer diagnosed in both men and women in the U.S.
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- Younger and younger people are being diagnosed.
Cancer Prevention- You Have More Control than You Think
February 23, 2022
Think your chances of getting cancer are out of your hands? Think again! According to an American Cancer Society (ACS) study, 42% of cancer cases and 45% of cancer deaths are linked to preventable risk factors. This means that while you can’t control every aspect of your cancer risk (for example, family history), there is a lot you can do to take control of your health.
The top five lifestyle factors that researchers discovered had an impact on cancer cases and deaths were: cigarette smoking, being overweight, alcohol consumption, UV radiation exposure, and physical inactivity. Let’s take a look at each one individually.
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