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From the moment a person is diagnosed with cancer, our job is to mobilize every available resource to help in the fight. At CoxHealth, that includes innovative research, prevention and screening programs, education and support - all in a healing environment.

Video: The HPV Vaccine for Girls Ages 9-26

 

Podcasts

 

More on the HPV vaccine and cervical cancer

 

    

Genetic counseling for families with a history of cancer
Mary Owen, genetic counselor
 

    

Recognizing skin cancer and treatment options
Dr. Craig Naugle
 

    

Preventing cervical cancer
Dr. Jennifer Butler 

 

     

Understanding cancer fatigue
Mindy Having, PT

 

More cancer podcasts

Library

 
 
 
 

Patient Stories

     

Christy contracted the human papillomavirus, or HPV, and was diagnosed with cervical cancer. A cream treatment allowed her to eliminate the cancer, as well as save her cervix, and she hopes to have a child very soon.

 
 

Leasha noticed some blood in her stool but was not extremely concerned. A colonoscopy revealed she had stage 3 colorectal cancer. Through treatment and surgery, Leasha is now cancer-free.

                 
       
 

Arely's parents noticed bruises on her legs and arms, and they were devastated to learn she had leukemia.

   
       
 

Diagnosed with stage IV cancer at the age of 29, Tiffany is dedicated to sharing her story to encourage others to seek out colonscopy screening tests.

 

Upcoming Events

 Colorectal Cancer Patient Education Program
 Genetic Counseling Screening
 Look Good ... Feel Better Sessions
 Prostate Cancer Screening

HealthSense Magazine

 

In this issue ...

The current issue includes articles on door-to-balloon times for heart attack care, surviving colorectal cancer, the new Emergency department at Cox South, treatment for headaches and more.

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