What to Do After a Colon Cancer Diagnosis
December 14, 2023
What to do after a colon cancer diagnosis isn’t anything most of us prepare for. The first reaction might be to sit down and take a deep breath. There is much you need to know,
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South Carolina Oncology Associates Wins Best Overall Internet Site Award
November 27, 2023
South Carolina Oncology Associates, sconcology.net designed by Practis, won Best Overall Internet Site in the Practice category from the 2023 eHealthcare Leadership Awards from Strategic Healthcare.
SCOA strives to provide patients with a quality experience in our clinic and online.
Is Genetic Counseling Right for Me? A Guide
November 14, 2023
Some patients are referred to genetic counselors before they consider genetic testing. That might be the ultimate goal of the referral, but the patient makes their own decision about proceeding. There are multiple reasons for someone to undergo genetic testing,
Concerned About Hair Loss From Chemotherapy: What Are My Options?
October 24, 2023
Being concerned about hair loss from chemotherapy is a fairly common refrain from those about to begin chemo to treat cancer. Since you already know that certain chemotherapy drugs can cause severe hair loss,
Foods to Help With the Side Effects of Chemotherapy
September 21, 2023
If you are in the midst of chemotherapy as one of your cancer treatments or just beginning your first course, keeping up your strength and mitigating the side effects is preeminent.
Chemotherapy: How to Prepare and What to Expect
August 24, 2023
The truth is, no one is prepared to receive the news they have cancer. It’s a shock to the system, and it takes time to digest the full impact of how it will change your life.
Am I at High Risk for Prostate Cancer?
July 31, 2023
Am I at high risk for prostate cancer? This is a question many middle-aged men ask their urologists. You know it’s out there, and wonder if you are one of the unfortunate men who will get it.
When Should I Get a Second Opinion for Cancer?
June 21, 2023
If you or someone you love was just diagnosed with cancer, or they are in the middle of treatment, what might make them decide to get a second opinion? Could it be due to the recommended treatments,
Why Are Cancer Rates Increasing Among Adults Under 50?
May 17, 2023
Why are cancer rates increasing among adults under 50? Good question. Up until fairly recently the average age of a cancer diagnosis was 68. Now, doctors are noticing a substantial increase in cancer among adults under 50.
Is a Clinical Trial Right for Me?
April 13, 2023
No doubt you have heard about clinical trials over the years. They help researchers and drug companies determine if a new treatment, therapy, or drug is more beneficial than the current one.