The Hope Center for Cancer Care

05/30/2022

Happy Memorial Day!

05/26/2022

While you might find reading enjoyable at any time of day, reading before bed can offer added benefits. It’s a low-key activity that can help you wind down when you don’t feel entirely ready to sleep. Read more about the benefits of reading before bed below.

Reading before bed can be a gamechanger for sleep quality. Here's why, plus a few tips for making the most of your reading time.

05/25/2022

May is National Nurses’ Month and every year we use this time to honor all the dedicated Oncology Nurses who play a critical role in our patient’s care each and every day. They commit themselves to being a positive force in our office, and support our patients selflessly, exhibiting strength and hope. This month, and every month, let’s celebrate the nurses who make cancer care possible. Leave a comment sharing why your oncology nurses are a special part of your care team.

05/24/2022

Feeling a bit burned out when it comes to cooking? Here are a few simple, delicious dishes that won’t wear you out.

Tired of … everything? These simple, delicious dishes won’t wear you out.

05/12/2022

Staying active doesn’t always mean sweating it out at the gym. There are plenty of gentle exercises that you do in or around your home that will keep you moving and on your way to better health. For example, activities like walking, gardening, cycling, house cleaning, and yoga benefit both your physician and mental health!

05/10/2022

May is Skin Cancer Awareness month. Do you do enough for skin cancer prevention and screening? This video offers some tips on how best to protect yourself against the most common form of cancer in America.

05/05/2022

Caregivers sometimes take on too much, but it can be difficult to ask for help from friends and family. It’s important to take an honest look at what you can do and be willing to let others step in where they can. For example:
• Helping with cooking, cleaning, shopping, or yard work
• Taking care of the kids or picking them up from school or activities
• Driving your loved one to appointments or picking up medication
• Being the contact person to keep others updated

Accepting help from others isn't always easy. But getting help may allow you to stay healthier and even alleviate some of the guilt a loved one might feel about all the things that you're doing for them.

05/03/2022

Is lung cancer screening right for you? If you think you may be at higher risk for lung cancer, talk with your doctor about your screening options. Check out this helpful video on lung screening to learn more.

04/28/2022

Today is National Blueberry Pie Day. Indulging in a homemade dessert is a great way to lift your spirits and make your tastebuds happy. Check out the easy recipe below to make your own blueberry pie at home.

https://www.inspiredtaste.net/23159/homemade-blueberry-pie-recipe/

04/26/2022

If you’re experiencing work burn-out, you’re not alone. Sadness, anxiety, loss of motivation, difficulty concentrating, and crying are just a few of the things you may be feeling at work. Always talk with your doctor if you notice changes in your mood or behavior. Here are a few tips on how to manage your work burnout.

04/21/2022

April is Head and Neck Cancer Awareness month. Learning about the causes, symptoms, and potential risk factors may help you identify if you should talk to your doctor about screening for head and neck cancer. Click below to learn more.

https://www.cdc.gov/cancer/headneck/index.htm

04/19/2022

Many of us have heard the phrase, “You are what you eat.” Diet plays a critical role in our overall health. But did you know your diet can also be a possible risk factor for cancer? Learn more about food and cancer risks below, and how you can live the healthiest life possible.

Some foods and the vitamins, minerals, and other nutrients found in them may raise or lower cancer risk. Researchers have been studying how the foods, nutrients, and eating patterns listed below are related to cancer.Plant-based foods. These foods contain naturally-occurring substances called phyton...