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Cancer

Cancer is the second-leading cause of death in the U.S. However, survival rates are improving for many types of cancer, thanks to improvements in cancer screening and cancer treatment.

January

Support Groups
Mankato, MN In Person
This support group is for those in the Fairmont, Mankato and New Prague area. The group offers compassionate, cancer-related education and support. Share your experiences and learn about coping with the challenges of cancer. Caregivers are welcome to attend. Masks are required for all attendees.
Support Groups
Eau Claire, WI In Person

This group is designed for young adults ages 18 to 45 who have been diagnosed with cancer and their significant others. A cancer diagnosis affects many important parts of life, including relationships, careers, finances, children and body image. Sharing thoughts and feelings, especially with other young adults with cancer, can be helpful. Meetings are open to young adults affected by cancer regardless of treatment location.

Call Oncology at 715-838-6072 with questions or for more information. No registration is required.

Press Room

New Prague's Cancer Center expansion

New Prague breaks ground on $9 million Cancer Center expansion

October 3, 2024

Hometown Health Blog

Nourishing your health: Diet and nutrition factors for cancer prevention

Discover the power of your diet and nutrition habits in lowering your cancer risk. Learn which foods and beverages to consider removing from your pantry and what to add to your next grocery list.

Grace Fjeldberg RDN By Grace Fjeldberg August 2, 2024

Be sun savvy, protect yourself from skin cancer

UV rays from the sun can cause skin damage in as little as 15 minutes. The key is to be sun savvy and know how to keep your skin healthy. Explore ways to be smart in the sun to help protect your skin.

Rebecca Danhof MD By Rebecca Danhof May 21, 2024

Genetic screening reveals surprising condition

Tammy LeDoux wasn't sure what to expect when she volunteered for a genetic testing study. The results revealed a surprising condition that led her to take preventive action for her health.

April 17, 2024

Beyond weight loss: Bariatric surgery may reduce cancer risk

Bariatric surgery can help you lose weight, but it may offer another benefit: reduced risk of certain cancers. Read more about the link between obesity and cancer, and what the research is revealing.

Maria Linnaus, M.D. By Maria Linnaus March 19, 2024

Fertility considerations in cancer treatment: Preserving hope for the future

Cancer and its treatments can have long-term effects on fertility. Learn about the cancers with higher fertility risks and preservation options that can provide hope for future family-building.

Alicia Ogle, N.P. By Alicia Ogle July 18, 2023

Targeted radiation therapy: Y-90 and liver cancer

Y-90 radioembolization is an innovative treatment for liver cancer that precisely delivers radiation to a tumor. Learn about the benefits and if this may be an option for you.

Jeremy McBride, M.D. By Jeremy McBride July 14, 2023

The importance of a cancer survivorship care plan

Life doesn’t immediately return to normal for cancer survivors because they’re done with radiation or chemotherapy. Learn why it's important to address needs with a survivorship care plan.

July 11, 2023

Living in fear: Cancer recurrence

Some fear of cancer recurring is normal, but excessive fear can decrease your quality of life. Here's how you can manage your fear.

Kaye Sturz, N.P. By Kaye Sturz July 6, 2023

The oncology nurse and teamwork

An experienced nurse shares why the relationship, teamwork and trust formed with patients through the cancer journey sets oncology nursing apart from other health care roles.

May 29, 2023

Team approach helps farmer beat lymphoma

After discovering an odd lump on his arm, Jerry Haines was diagnosed with non-Hodgkin's lymphoma. Now he's cancer-free thanks to the work of his hometown team.

May 12, 2023

Using cold cap to prevent hair loss during cancer

Hair loss is a common side effect of chemotherapy, and can contribute to stress and anxiety. However, scalp cooling therapy helps many patients keep most of their hair.

Amrit Singh MD By Amrit Singh April 11, 2023

How blood donations help patients with cancer

About 25% of the U.S. blood supply is donated to patients during cancer treatments. Here's how it’s used, why it's important and how you can help.

Anna Jones, M.D. By Anna Jones March 29, 2023