Are Ovarian Cysts Dangerous?
From painful cramps to fluctuating hormones, women’s bodies undergo significant changes each month. Ovarian cysts may form in response to the menstrual cycle, often going unnoticed. These cysts, or growths, develop on or inside the ovaries – and while most kinds are harmless, some may cause complications down the road. Here’s what […]
Is That Lump a Lipoma? Here’s What it Might Mean
As you begin to stretch and loosen your too-tight muscles in the morning stretch, you notice a small lump between your neck and shoulder just under your skin. Despite your attempts to remain calm, your mind starts to reel with possibilities… Could it be a really bad knot? A benign cyst? Cancer? Could your lump […]
The Five Most Common Types of Cancer in Men – and How to Stay One Step Ahead
Cancer is an enigma – uncontrollable, complex, and life-altering. With more than 100 types of cancer, they all share one commonality: They occur when normal cells begin to grow uncontrollably, evolving into cancerous cells that multiply and spread throughout the body. Cancer itself is without bias, affecting anyone, regardless of race or sex. There are […]
Cancer in Young Adults Continues to Rise – Could a Full Body MRI Be the Answer?
Your 20s and 30s are considered a time of self-exploration and discovery – a period to build new relationships, find your passion, establish a career, travel the world, and enjoy the beginnings of adulthood. But in recent years, the rise of cancer in young adults has had many people hitting the brakes on future plans […]
Firefighter Cancer Awareness Month: The Importance of Early Detection
Every day, firefighters put their lives on the line to protect and save others within their communities. While we may believe the largest danger firefighters face is the flames they seek to extinguish, the greatest threat to their health and well-being lies in what comes after. In 2023, 72% of line-of-duty deaths of International Association […]
