Get the Flu Shot, Not the Flu
Thursday, September 16, 2021
It’s more important than ever to get your flu shot.
Our Blog: To Your Health
September Is Thyroid Cancer Awareness Month
Friday, September 10, 2021
Don’t forget to check your neck!
Thyroid cancer is a relatively rare form of cancer and accounts for only about 1.5% of new cancer diagnoses in the US. However, over the last three decades, rates of thyroid cancer have been steadily increasing, making it the most rapidly increasing cancer in the US.
IBD and COVID-19 Vaccine Booster Shots: What You Need to Know
Thursday, August 19, 2021
Colon Cancer: Lynn’s Story
Monday, June 21, 2021
After suffering from severe stomach pain for over a year, at 32 years old Lynn’s world was turned upside down when she was diagnosed with stage two colon cancer. Lynn first noticed something was wrong when she developed blood in her stool and was unable to complete bowel movements. After multiple ultrasounds and visits to the doctor, Lynn ended up in the emergency room due to the pain. A colonoscopy confirmed the cancerous polyps.
Is Oregon a Hotbed for Melanoma?
Tuesday, June 15, 2021
Over the last 50 years, the global rate of melanoma incidence has increased dramatically, on average between 3-5 percent per year. In the US alone, almost 100,000 new cases of melanoma will be diagnosed in 2021. Until recently, overall mortality rates for melanoma have risen as well, but the combination of early detection and more effective immunotherapy for metastatic disease are changing this trend. As dermatologists, we aim for the timely diagnosis and removal of melanoma at its earliest stages, ideally doing complete skin checks of patients at highest risk.
Juneteenth and Healthcare
Friday, June 18, 2021
