The Types of Ovarian Cancer and Their Most Common Symptoms

With 21,750 new diagnoses each year and an estimated 13,940 deaths expected in 2020, ovarian cancer ranks fifth in cancer deaths among women, accounting for more deaths than any other cancer of the female reproductive system. Below we dive into the types of ovarian cancer, what causes them and what symptoms to look out for. Ovarian … Continued

In the Kitchen with Coby | Dill Salmon and Asparagus

We’re back in the kitchen with Chef Coby Smith, this time making salmon with asparagus and a lemon butter sauce. Watch to see how Chef Coby of The Hope Bistro at CARTI makes this healthy, delicious dish. Dill Salmon with Asparagus and Lemon Butter Sauce Ingredients 2 – 6 ounce salmon fillet 30- springs of asparagus, snapped … Continued

CARTI Concierge Staying Positive for Patients During Coronavirus

As seen on KARK and Fox16. A local man went from sweeping floors to helping sweep people off their feet, literally! Kenneth Maddox, affectionately known as “Mr. Kenneth,” is a concierge at the CARTI Cancer Center in Little Rock. He started his role at CARTI in housekeeping, but his warm smile and uplifting words helped him grow … Continued

Tiffany Thompson’s Story | Two-Time Cancer Survivor Celebrates Final Chemotherapy Treatment Amidst Coronavirus

Two-time cancer survivor Tiffany Thompson didn’t let coronavirus damper the celebration of her final day of treatment. While safety protocols prevented her family and friends from joining her in person, they lined the drive outside the CARTI Cancer Center in Little Rock to share in her special moment! Watch to see their outpouring of support.

In The Kitchen With Coby | Tuna Cakes

Chef Coby Smith of The Hope Bistro at the CARTI Cancer Center in Little Rock makes tuna cakes with a garlic aioli. Ingredients 1 lb. canned tuna, liquid removed 2 TB diced red bell pepper 2 TB diced green onion 12 butter crackers, crushed ½ cup mayo 1 TB lemon zest Juice from 1 lemon 1 cup flour … Continued

In light of Coronavirus, Cancer Care All the More Important | Featured in Arkansas Money & Politics

As seen in Arkansas Money & Politics. The coronavirus rages on, but under the assumption that it will play itself out or an effective vaccine will be developed, and life ultimately will return to normal. Cancer, however, remains a constant. And Arkansas sits in the heart of a cancer risk-factor hotbed. The latest data from … Continued

Traci Niece, Employee Health and Infection Control Nurse, Keeping CARTI Patients and Team Members Safe from Coronavirus

As seen on KARK As hospitals and clinics navigate the impact of the novel coronavirus in their local communities — places like the CARTI Cancer Center are having to take extra precautions with already having high-risk patients. One CARTI nurse is being recognized for her willingness to go above and beyond the call of duty … Continued

The Future of Oncology: Community-Based Cancer Care

The Future of Oncology: Community-Based Cancer CareBy Adam Head, President and CEO, CARTI The latest Annual Report to the Nation on the Status of Cancer revealed that the cancer death rate has dropped 27 percent over the last 25 years. While that is very positive news nationally, the report for Arkansas is not as positive. … Continued

Tina Niederbrach’s Story | Survivor defeats colon cancer

As seen on Fox16. Watch the full story HERE. Tina Niederbrach has come a long way since first being diagnosed with colon cancer. “It truly is a battle,” Niederbrach says. “I would tell my husband, ‘I don’t know how people do this alone.” Tina says she had an army of care from the folks at CARTI … Continued

CARTI Board Studying Potential Location

CARTI has signed an option to study property located on Riley Road in Little Rock for the new CARTI Cancer Center and is now entering in to an extensive period of discovery. If the CARTI Board of Directors is pleased with the outcome of the property study, the deal is expected to close in mid-December. … Continued