The Queen’s Medical Center has received re-accreditation under the American College of Surgeons (ACS) Commission on Cancer (CoC) Accreditation Program. The ACS CoC is a
July is Sarcoma Awareness Month, a time to recognize the signs and treatment of this rare type of cancer affecting about 17,000 people in the
March is Colon Cancer Awareness Month, a time for those 45 and older to get screened for colon cancer. On this episode of Ask a
For those who have been newly diagnosed with breast cancer, the conversation with a patient’s health care team will often turn to treatment options and
With October being Breast Cancer Awareness Month we wanted to take some time to talk about screening guidelines for women, as well as treatment options
For those diagnosed with breast cancer, trying to navigate how to live a healthy lifestyle can come with a lot of questions and concerns. And
For those diagnosed with cancer, the journey to healing can be a tough and lonely one. But there are support groups available, one of which
Research is vital to preventing and curing the cancers that afflict our communities. More than 18 million people in the U.S. are survivors, and many
The month of May is Skin Cancer Awareness Month, which draws attention to the most common type of cancer within the United States. Approximately 10,000
A healthy, nutritious diet is an important part of a cancer patient’s journey. The body functions best when eating well. Vitamins and minerals can increase
The month of April is Testicular Cancer Awareness Month, recognizing a rare cancer that affects young and middle-aged men. Testicular cancer is less common than
National Women’s History month, recognized each year in March, draws attention to the important roles that women play in our lives. Cancer care is an
Queen’s Cancer Center patient Monica Clark lived an active and fun-filled life, but a rare cancer diagnosis halted her workouts and put her life on
The month of February is designated as Gallbladder and Bile Duct Cancer Awareness Month, drawing attention to these diseases that have few warning signs and
Technological advancements in modern medicine and laboratory testing have significantly moved the needle on cancer care. Healthcare teams have more information at their fingertips to
Cancer is the second leading cause of death in Hawai’i1. Many women in our communities are familiar with breast cancer, but do not always have
January is recognized as Cervical Cancer Awareness Month, highlighting the benefits of routine screenings. Cervical cancer was once one of the most common causes of
Fall and winter are peak seasons for the flu. The Hawai’i Department of Health recently stated that the number of cases is low within the
The magic of the season can feel lost when you or a loved one is dealing with a diagnosis. Treatments, side effects, illness and a
Lung cancer is a relentless disease that impacts far too many in our communities, yet it often can be prevented. Understanding the risk factors along
