News & Updates
Priscilla's 20-Year Battle with Stage IV Breast Cancer
In 2001, Priscilla was a 48-years-old recovery room nurse at Somerset Medical Center when she started experiencing some pain in her left shoulder.
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Aamer Farooq, MD Joins Astera Cancer Care
Astera Cancer Care, is proud to announce the addition of board-certified hematologist-oncologist Aamer Farooq, MD. Dr. Farooq.
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Nurturing Emotional Well-being: Brain Cancer and the Importance of Addressing the Emotional Impact
Brain cancer affects individuals not only physically but also emotionally. By addressing the emotional impact of the disease, we can provide comprehensive care and support to patients and their families.
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Palliative Care: Supporting and Evolving through Cancer Experience
Palliative care is whatever you need it to be," said Tina Basenese, an Advanced Certified Hospice and Palliative Nurse Practitioner and the Director of the Palliative Medicine and Supportive Care Program at Astera Cancer Care.
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Astera Cancer Care's Comprehensive Social Work Services for Patients and Families
Astera Cancer Care's Social Work Services offers a range of programs and support to meet the emotional and social needs of cancer patients and their families.
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Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumors (GIST) Awareness Day: Shining a Light on a Rare Cancer
Every year on July 13th, Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumors (GIST) Awareness Day is observed to raise awareness about this rare form of cancer that affects the digestive system.
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Cancer Immunotherapy: What is Immunotherapy? Is it right for me?
Immunotherapy is a type of cancer treatment that uses the power of the body’s own immune system to prevent, control, and eliminate cancer.
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