HOW EARLY DETECTION BENEFITS LUNG CANCER PATIENTS

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

THE IMPORTANCE OF LUNG CANCER SCREENING

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

FINDING JOY IN YOGA FOR CANCER PATIENTS: TERESA’S BREAST CANCER STORY

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

THE CASE FOR GENETIC TESTING FOR CANCER

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

THE IMPORTANCE OF EARLY DETECTION: BREAST IMAGING’S ROLE IN TREATING BREAST CANCER

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

THREE REASONS TO GET A MAMMOGRAM

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

Is A Double Mastectomy Right For You?

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

Have the Conversation About Prostate Cancer Treatment

When experiencing bothersome symptoms, such as frequent urination or pain when sitting, men may wonder, “Are these unwelcome disruptions to my days something potentially serious or simply the result of getting older?”  Amid work obligations, family activities and the sheer busyness of everyday life, it can be easy for men to write off or ignore … Continued

Radiation Therapy for Arthritis: A Faster, Easier and More Effective Method of Treating Arthritis

More than 28% of Arkansans have arthritis. That means for thousands of people, debilitating pain, stiffness and limited mobility can be a daily reality – one that can keep them from performing basic tasks and meeting the demands of everyday life. Fortunately, a growing number of treatments are available to alleviate the symptoms of arthritis. … Continued

Responding to a Loved One’s Cancer Diagnosis

Discussing health issues, even with the people closest to us, can sometimes feel uncomfortable or stressful. So, when a loved one receives a cancer diagnosis, we may ask ourselves, “How should I respond to show them I care?” While there’s no “right” thing to say or do, we can follow a few tips to navigate … Continued