Cancer can affect any part of your body, including your blood. Multiple myeloma is a type of blood cancer that’s not easy to treat. Keep reading to learn some of the common symptoms of multiple myeloma that help you catch the disease early on.
If you have cancer and are looking into immunotherapy, there’s a lot to take in. With so many forms available, it’s important you understand how each one works. Keep reading to learn more about how the different forms of immunotherapy fight cancer.
Chemotherapy is one of the main treatments for many forms of cancer. If you’re just starting out, understanding how to prepare for this treatment is vital to your comfort and success. Keep reading to learn how to prepare for chemotherapy.
Have you noticed bruises on your body and you’re not sure where they came from? Easy bruising could signal a bigger issue brewing. Keep reading to learn when bruising is a sign of a blood disorder, and when to seek treatment.
Cancer is scary, especially when you’ve exhausted treatment options. However, joining a clinical trial offers you new treatment options, and provides important research. Keep reading to learn all of the benefits of being a part of a clinical trial.
When you have cancer, clinical trials are a way to try out the newest treatments. However, these treatments go through rigorous testing to make sure they’re safe. Keep reading to learn more about the different phases of clinical trials.
Did you ever think that brushing your teeth could help you prevent cancer? The truth is, bad oral hygiene can increase your risk of oral and neck cancers. Keep reading to learn how head and neck cancers can be brought on by bad oral health.
Have you ever tried to give blood and were told you were iron-deficient? If so, you were likely suffering from a type of anemia. Keep reading to learn more about iron-deficiency anemia and how you can get it under control.
Moles aren’t an uncommon skin condition — but in some cases, they can be dangerous. These normal areas on your skin can become abnormal, and in some cases, lead to cancer. Keep reading to learn how moles and melanoma are linked.
Have you ever been told you’re anemic? You may feel fatigued, weak, and even short of breath. While these are all signs of anemia, they could also be symptoms of another condition. Keep reading to learn if your symptoms point to thalassemia.
When you undergo chemotherapy, you end up losing all of your hair, right? Not necessarily anymore because of a new technology. Read on to learn how scalp cooling treatment works to preserve your precious locks.
Cancer is an ugly disease that takes years out of your life. Chemotherapy and radiation are some of the best-known cancer treatments, but what about immunotherapy? Keep reading to learn more about how immunotherapy could help you.
Cancer is scary, especially when it affects your head or neck. But with the proper knowledge, you can significantly reduce your risk. Keep reading to find out if you're at risk for this type of cancer.
Cancer is a scary disease with a variety of treatment modalities. When you’re faced with very few options, a clinical trial could be your best bet at staying alive. Keep reading to learn more about when you should consider a clinical trial.
Are you ever prepared for a cancer diagnosis? Probably not, and it can be extremely scary for you and your loved ones. Keep reading to learn what to do after you're told you have cancer.
Have you ever given blood and been told you’re anemic? Although this disorder is common, it’s scary to be labeled with something you don’t know much about. Keep reading to learn what puts you at risk for this condition.
Does someone in your family have a blood disorder like hemophilia? If so, you might be worried that you’ll also suffer the same fate. Keep reading to learn more about the truth behind hemophilia and what to expect from this disorder.
Breast cancer isn't something you ever want to hear from your doctor. Although you can't fully prevent it, there are steps you can take to reduce your risk and detect it early. Keep reading to learn more about the importance of self breast exams.
When you have cancer, the treatments can be brutal — and they don’t always get rid of the cancer completely. Have you ever wondered what else is out there that can help? Keep reading to learn more about how immunotherapy can help you fight off cancer.
Cancer is a scary term, no matter what kind you're talking about. But even if it creeps up on you with only mild symptoms, there are ways to decrease your risk. Read on to learn more about protecting yourself against colon cancer.
Melanoma is the most serious form of skin cancer, which is why it’s smart to know the signs that show on your skin. Learn the ABCs (and DEs) of melanoma so you can seek early treatment and help prevent this skin cancer from spreading.
Congratulations Dr. Shah! We are excited to announce that our very own, Dr. Megha Shah, has been published in the Journal Of Endocrine Health.
Like many people, you may be concerned about your breast health, and how your wellness affects your family, loved ones and friends. We share your concern. As part of a comprehensive breast program, Hunterdon Hematology Oncology (HHO)...
If you were recently diagnosed with breast cancer, your head may be swimming and swirling with questions, that all boil down to this: What’s next? The breast cancer care professionals at Hunterdon Hematology Oncology, a part of the...
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Iron deficiency anemia is a condition where the blood has an insufficient number of red blood cells; it occurs when there is not enough iron in the body to produce them. The body uses iron to make hemoglobin, which is the primary carrier of oxygen...
Iron serves several very important functions in the human body. First and foremost, it is critical in the production of hemoglobin, the molecule in red blood cells that carries oxygen to the entire body. Second, iron is important in the maintenance...
If you’ve been diagnosed with cancer, your head may be spinning with questions such as: How can I find out which cancer treatment center is best for my type of cancer? How can I locate the very best oncologist (cancer specialist) for my cancer diagnosis?
There are some unusual and interesting differences between men and women when it comes to the phenomenon of lung cancer. Not that cancer is interesting. It’s not. It’s disconcerting, to say the least.
At one time in the not-so-distant past, a cancer diagnosis was something close to a death sentence. That is far, far less true these days. As our understanding of the wide variety of cancers grows, and the spectrum of treatment options widens, a cancer...
Vitamin D is the name given to a group of naturally occurring substances in the body which the body can convert into hormones. The body uses vitamin D to help it utilize calcium and phosphorus in making strong, healthy bones and teeth.
PSA stands for prostate-specific antigen; it is a protein produced by the prostate gland. It is produced both by normal as well as malignant prostate gland cells. The PSA test is a blood test which measures the amount or level of PSA in a man’s blood.
You may have heard of immunotherapy, and at least understand that it represents a huge advancement in the treatment of cancer. You may also know that, in broad terms, immunotherapy works by helping the patient’s own immune system work more effectively...
Head and neck cancer is a collective label for cancers that develop in various areas of the head and neck. Most often they start to develop in the thin layer of moist, mucosal tissues that line the nose, throat and mouth.
Over many decades our understanding of how cancer starts and spreads has steadily improved. However, many myths and misconceptions about cancer remain and can be widespread.
Providing the highest-quality cancer care in a compassionate manner is a top priority of Dr. Myron Bednar. Board certified in medical oncology, hematology and internal medicine, he actively participates in cancer research trials and is committed...
Raising Awareness: Targeting Multiple Myeloma. A Discussion for Patients and Caregivers. Raising Awareness: Targeting Multiple Myeloma. A Discussion for Patients and Caregivers August 30, 2018 at 6pm (Thursday) Hunterdon Medical…
At the age of 22, Ashley McRoy was diagnosed with stage 4 colon cancer and given a 20 percent chance of survival. Doctors at Hunterdon Regional Cancer Center made sure she made it to her wedding day — and beyond.
Hunterdon Regional Cancer Center: The Only Cancer Center in New Jersey to Offer Immuno-Therapy Clinical Trial for Lung Cancer
Dr. Kenneth B. Blankstein, an oncologist in Flemington, N.J., is treating a woman for lung cancer. She responded well to the first chemotherapy drugs he prescribed. When her health was stable, he gave her a “temporary break” from chemo to spare her some...
Cancer immunotherapy uses the immune system or the body’s defense system to fight cancer. Before learning more about immunotherapy, you may want to read a quick overview of how the immune system works.
The American Cancer Society predicts that one in eight women will be diagnosed with breast cancer. Although much less common, they predict that in 2019, 2,670 new invasive breast cancer cases will be diagnosed in men.
When we think of breast cancer, the prevailing thought is that it only applies to women. This, however, is not true. Men also experience breast cancer, even though it is much less common with only approximately 1% of all breast cancers occurring in men.
Breast cancer remains the number-one most common type of cancer diagnosed among women. In the United States, about one in eight women will develop invasive breast cancer over the course of their lifetime.
A mammogram is an important step in taking care of yourself and your breasts. Women trust Hunterdon Hematology Oncology as part of the Hunterdon Regional Breast Care Program (HRBCP) with regular mammograms and their overall breast health.
Lung cancer treatment using patients’ immune system shows promise. By Martta Kelly | Special to The Star-Ledger Lung cancer patient Daria Shepherd smiles as she looks at her daughter, Paige,…