It's easier said than done, but making healthy choices every day is the best way to maintain good health. Often, individuals get excited to make changes in the hope of a better quality of life, but unfortunately, that excitement dwindles, and these efforts don't last. However, it is possible to set yourself up for success with the proper knowledge and motivation! If you’re looking to lead a … [Read more...] about 7 Motivational Tips for Better Health
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Prostate Cancer Awareness
What is Prostate Cancer? Prostate cancer occurs when cells in the prostate glands grow uncontrollably. The prostate, a walnut-sized gland in the male body located below the bladder and in front of the rectum, produces and stores the fluid that makes semen. What Causes Prostate Cancer? Prostate cancer is the most common cancer among men in the United States, aside from skin cancer. There … [Read more...] about Prostate Cancer Awareness
Bladder Cancer Awareness
Bladder Cancer Awareness Month is a time to raise awareness about bladder cancer and encourage everyone to prioritize their bladder health. Bladder cancer occurs when cells in the bladder start to grow uncontrollably, potentially forming a tumor and spreading to other parts of the body. The bladder, a hollow triangle-shaped organ in the lower abdomen, serves the essential function of storing … [Read more...] about Bladder Cancer Awareness
Skin Cancer Prevention Tips
Skin cancer, or the abnormal growth of skin cells, most commonly develops due to skin exposure to harmful UVA and UVB rays, often from sunlight. Cancer of the skin begins in the epidermis, or upper/outer skin layer, which is made of three kinds of cells where cancer can grow: basal cell carcinoma, squamous cell carcinoma, and melanoma. Skin cancer continues to be one of the most commonly … [Read more...] about Skin Cancer Prevention Tips
In-Season Fruits and Vegetables to Add to Your Daily Meals
It's finally Spring! The days are getting longer, the sun is shining brighter and warmer, andthere's an invigorating freshness in the air. Spring is the perfect season to indulge in fresh fruitsand vegetables. There are so many delicious options that will add variety to your daily meals, sotake advantage of this beautiful season! "Years of extensive research suggests that the best diet for … [Read more...] about In-Season Fruits and Vegetables to Add to Your Daily Meals
Testicular Cancer Awareness Month
"Testicular cancer remains one of our most curable diseases within the oncology sphere," said Dr. Craig Lampert of Astera Cancer Care. "Even in advanced stages, the disease remains a highly curable disease. Despite this, however, treatment of earlier-stage disease is often easier and can be achieved with fewer side effects. For this reason, early detection remains important." This Testicular … [Read more...] about Testicular Cancer Awareness Month
A Clinical Trial Journey
Learn more about an Astera Cancer Care clinical trial success story. See our patient's extraordinary and courageous journey by watching the video below: … [Read more...] about A Clinical Trial Journey
Astera Cancer Care Announces Its First Patient Treated With Cancer-Fighting Natural Killer – Immune System Cells
Astera Cancer Care, a New Jersey-based physician-owned, multi-specialty community oncology practice, announced it has treated its first patient in the QUILT-88 trial using a combination therapy developed by Immunitybio designed to bolster the body's immune system in addition to administering natural killer cells engineered to find and kill cancer cells. This novel combination therapy is also being … [Read more...] about Astera Cancer Care Announces Its First Patient Treated With Cancer-Fighting Natural Killer – Immune System Cells
7 Tips For Colorectal Cancer Prevention
Colorectal cancer is among the most common cancers in the United States, yet it doesn’t get the same attention and awareness as other cancer types. Also called colon cancer or rectal cancer, colorectal cancer starts in the colon or rectum location at the end of the digestive tract. These cancer types are often grouped together because of the many similar features they share. This National … [Read more...] about 7 Tips For Colorectal Cancer Prevention
How Do Cigarettes Cause Cancer?
You've probably heard about how smoking cigarettes is bad for your health as it can leave you at a higher risk of developing cancer. Aside from the approximate 85% of lung cancers that result from smoking, cigarette smoke is also responsible for many cancer cases in the head, throat, bladder, colon, and more. But how does smoking cause cancer exactly? Scientists discovered the link … [Read more...] about How Do Cigarettes Cause Cancer?
