The holidays are typically thought of as a time filled with joy, wonder and beloved traditions – but when your life is turned upside down by a cancer diagnosis, even the happiest times can seem impossible to face. But the good news? This time of year is filled with beauty, and looking for it in unexpected … Continued
For nearly half of all women, urinary tract infections (UTIs) become a painful reality at some point. With symptoms ranging from slight to severe discomfort, UTIs have the potential to bring life to a halt and cause other serious medical concerns. HOW TO PREVENT A UTI Luckily there are safe, proven medical treatments available for … Continued
Sugar has a bad reputation, particularly when it comes to managing a cancer diagnosis. Often the question arises, does sugar feed cancer? But it’s important to understand the role that sugar plays in overall nutrition, sickness, healing and quality of life. First, let’s start with some basics. Sugar is the building block of all carbs, … Continued
Lung cancer is one of the highest occuring cancers in the country – and the most fatal. All too often, it’s detected in its later stages, when it’s progressed so far that it’s difficult to treat successfully. This is why early detection is so important in treating lung cancer specifically, and why Dr. Donald Norwood advocates for CARTI’s Healthy … Continued
It’s a fact that regular cancer screening and early detection can save lives. This is especially true with lung cancer, one of the leading causes of cancer death in Arkansas. Guidelines have changed to recommend a wider range of patients get lung cancer screening – and CARTI encourages those who qualify to do so. Donald B. … Continued
For Teresa McLeod, exercise has always been a positive force in her life. But it wasn’t until she was 55 that she discovered the power of yoga – and the impact it could have on cancer survivors like her. Teresa first found a lump in her breast in 1989, while she and her husband were raising … Continued
Investing in your health is invaluable – and one of the best ways you can do this is through genetic testing for cancer, according to Jennifer Campbell, MS, LCGC., a genetic counselor at CARTI’s Cancer Genetics and Risk Management Clinic. The field of cancer genetics has made significant strides in recent years, and genetic counseling is more in-depth … Continued
One of the easiest and most important ways that women can take charge of their breast health is through early detection with breast imaging – something Stacy Smith-Foley, M.D., works to drive home to each of her patients. A diagnostic radiologist with over 17 years of experience, Dr. Smith-Foley uses advanced breast imaging technology to get a … Continued
For many women, it feels difficult to make time for themselves – even scheduling a routine mammogram can turn into another chore on their to-do list. But mammograms can be life-saving, revealing breast cancer and other abnormalities in their earliest, most treatable stages. October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month – the perfect time to make breast health … Continued
Many women are now aware of disease-causing mutations in the BRCA1 or BRCA2 gene, and some are opting for cancer genetic testing – which only requires a cheek swab – to better inform their health care decisions. In fact, recent updates from the American College of Radiology and the Society for Breast Imaging recommend earlier … Continued
