One Familys Loss Creates Hope for Childrens Cancer Research Huntsman Cancer Institute 2022-03-25 | Cindy and Lou Campbell began The Ty Louis Campbell Foundation in honor of their son Ty who was diagnosed with a malignant rhabdoid tumor when he was only two years old. The passing of Ty in October 2012 led to a strengthened commitment by the Campbell family to financially support scientific discoveries that could lead to improved prognoses for kids like Ty. Their search led them to Samuel Cheshier, MD, PhD, a pediatric neurosurgeon and cancer researcher, at Huntsman Cancer Institute. The collaboration between The Ty Louis Campbell Foundation and Dr. Cheshier has resulted in an anti CD-47 clinical trial now made possible at Huntsman Cancer Institute.Join our circle of hope. FACEBOOK: facebook.com/HuntsmanCancerInstituteINSTAGRAM: instagram.com/huntsmancancerinstituteLINKEDIN: linkedin.com/company/huntsman-cancer-institute/mycompany TWITTER: twitter.com/huntsmancancer
I Can Answer That | Adriana Coletta on Exercise and Cancer Treatment Huntsman Cancer Institute 2024-02-28 | How much exercise should you get while undergoing cancer treatment? Are the recommendations the same for aerobic exercise and strength training? It can be difficult to know how much you should exercise while undergoing active cancer treatment. In this episode of I Can Answer That, Adriana Coletta, PhD, MS, RD, an Assistant Professor at Huntsman Cancer Institute at the University of Utah, joins us to answer common questions on the topic of cancer treatment and exercise. SUBSCRIBE FOR NEW VIDEOS: www.youtube.com/@HuntsmanCancerInstituteRESOURCES: - POWER Program and Fitness Classes at Huntsman Cancer Institute: www.huntsmancancer.org/fitness- Wellness and Integrative Health Center at Huntsman Cancer Institute: www.huntsmancancer.org/wellness- American College of Sports Medicine Moving Through Cancer Website: exerciseismedicine.org/eim-in-action/moving-through-cancer- Fighting to Improve Cancer Outcomes with Diet and Exercise (Blog Post from Huntsman Cancer Institute): https://healthcare.utah.edu/huntsmancancerinstitute/news/2020/11/fighting-improve-cancer-outcomes-diet-and-exerciseThis information was accurate as of February 28, 2024. Consult local medical authority or your healthcare provider for specific advice.ABOUT HUNTSMAN CANCER INSTITUTE:Huntsman Cancer Institute at the University of Utah is a nationally recognized research center and treatment hospital in Salt Lake City. We serve patients with all types of cancer, who come from throughout the Mountain West, including Utah and parts of Idaho, Montana, Nevada, and Wyoming. Our doctors and scientists include world-renowned experts dedicated to the highest quality standards and driven by the commitment to improve the lives of people affected by cancer.Share this video with others: youtu.be/c98fSnWl_3QSUBSCRIBE to learn more: www.youtube.com/@HuntsmanCancerInstituteJoin our circle of hope. FACEBOOK: facebook.com/HuntsmanCancerInstituteINSTAGRAM: instagram.com/huntsmancancerinstituteLINKEDIN: linkedin.com/company/huntsman-cancer-instituteX: twitter.com/huntsmancancer
An Incredible Act of Kindness Huntsman Cancer Institute 2024-02-27 | An incredible act of kindness fulfilled a lifelong wish. Maria's grandpa had always dreamed of riding in a Lamborghini, and thanks to the power of social media and the kindness of strangers, his dream became a reality. Jeremy Neves made this once-in-a-lifetime moment possible, giving him a memorable ride that will forever be cherished. We are grateful for those who made this moment happen and for their willingness to let us share the experience.SUBSCRIBE FOR NEW VIDEOS: www.youtube.com/@HuntsmanCancerInstituteABOUT HUNTSMAN CANCER INSTITUTE:Huntsman Cancer Institute at the University of Utah is a nationally recognized research center and treatment hospital in Salt Lake City. We serve patients with all types of cancer, who come from throughout the Mountain West, including Utah and parts of Idaho, Montana, Nevada, and Wyoming. Our doctors and scientists include world-renowned experts dedicated to the highest quality standards and driven by the commitment to improve the lives of people affected by cancer.Share this video with others: youtube.com/shorts/L-rlMhjjuWsSUBSCRIBE to learn more: www.youtube.com/@HuntsmanCancerInstituteJoin our circle of hope. FACEBOOK: facebook.com/HuntsmanCancerInstituteINSTAGRAM: instagram.com/huntsmancancerinstituteLINKEDIN: linkedin.com/company/huntsman-cancer-instituteX: twitter.com/huntsmancancer#shorts #youtubeshorts #cancerhospital #cancer
Bringing World-Class Care to our Rural Communities | Huntsman at Home™ Huntsman Cancer Institute 2024-01-11 | The Huntsman at Home™ service brings the high standard and excellence of care you get at Huntsman Cancer Institute to you at home. The service allows patients to leave the hospital sooner or avoid going in at all. Providers visit you in your own home to give acute care, supportive care, or palliative care and hospice. RESOURCESLearn more about Huntsman at Home: https://healthcare.utah.edu/huntsmancancerinstitute/treatment/huntsman-at-homePLEASE SUBSCRIBE FOR NEW VIDEOS: youtube.com/@HuntsmanCancerInstituteThis information was accurate as of January 10, 2024. Consult local medical authority or your healthcare provider for specific advice.ABOUT HUNTSMAN CANCER INSTITUTE: Huntsman Cancer Institute at the University of Utah is the designated National Cancer Institute Comprehensive Cancer Center for Utah, Idaho, Montana, Nevada, and Wyoming. We proudly serve those with all types of cancer throughout the Mountain West. Huntsman Cancer Institute’s vision is to deliver a cancer-free frontier. To realize this, we prioritize and assess health equity, patient access, and improved outcomes, reducing barriers to care for all. As part of University of Utah Health, we expand our impact and tap into the resources and expertise of one of the nation's top academic medical centers.Share this video with others: youtu.be/xcdkRMhGJ18SUBSCRIBE to learn more: youtube.com/@HuntsmanCancerInstituteJOIN OUR CIRCLE OF HOPE FACEBOOK: facebook.com/HuntsmanCancerInstituteINSTAGRAM: instagram.com/huntsmancancerinstituteLINKEDIN: linkedin.com/company/huntsman-cancer-instituteX: twitter.com/huntsmancancer
How We Deliver a Cancer-Free Frontier Huntsman Cancer Institute 2023-12-22 | It takes a community of passionate people to make Huntsman Cancer Institute among the very best in the nation. Here's how we work together each and every day.PLEASE SUBSCRIBE FOR NEW VIDEOS: youtube.com/@HuntsmanCancerInstituteABOUT HUNTSMAN CANCER INSTITUTE:Huntsman Cancer Institute at the University of Utah is a nationally recognized research center and treatment hospital in Salt Lake City. We serve patients with all types of cancer, who come from throughout the Mountain West, including Utah and parts of Idaho, Montana, Nevada, and Wyoming.Our doctors and scientists include world-renowned experts dedicated to the highest quality standards and driven by the commitment to improve the lives of people affected by cancer.SUBSCRIBE to learn more: youtube.com/@HuntsmanCancerInstituteJOIN OUR CIRCLE OF HOPE: FACEBOOK: facebook.com/HuntsmanCancerInstituteINSTAGRAM: instagram.com/huntsmancancerinstituteLINKEDIN: linkedin.com/company/huntsman-cancer-instituteX: twitter.com/huntsmancancer#cancercare #HuntsmanCancerInstitute #utahhealthcare #healthcare
Brian Mitzman, MD, MSCI, FACS, FCCP | Talks with Docs Huntsman Cancer Institute 2023-11-29 | "I look forward to the day when I don't have to operate anymore. We get to the point where I don't have to remove a lung cancer, that means we've done something right."Join us for an insightful episode of Talks with Docs featuring Dr. Brian Mitzman, a skilled general thoracic surgeon. Discover what inspired him to specialize in robotic surgery, find out what gives him hope for the future, and more.Join our circle of hope. FACEBOOK: facebook.com/HuntsmanCancerInstituteINSTAGRAM: instagram.com/huntsmancancerinstituteLINKEDIN: linkedin.com/company/huntsman-cancer-instituteX: twitter.com/huntsmancancer
Training Opportunities at Huntsman Cancer Institute Huntsman Cancer Institute 2023-11-17 | Huntsman Cancer Institute is dedicated to training the next generation of cancer researchers. Our robust, research-intensive programs provide learning opportunities across the education continuum, from high school students beginning to explore cancer research to junior faculty launching their independent research careers.To learn more about the training opportunities available at Huntsman Cancer Institute, click here: https://uofuhealth.utah.edu/huntsman/education-trainingJoin our circle of hope. FACEBOOK: facebook.com/HuntsmanCancerInstituteINSTAGRAM: instagram.com/huntsmancancerinstituteLINKEDIN: linkedin.com/company/huntsman-cancer-instituteX: twitter.com/huntsmancancer
Parking and Valet Navigation at Huntsman Cancer Institute Huntsman Cancer Institute 2023-10-25 | Learn about the parking and valet options at Huntsman Cancer Institute's main campus. Get more information on parking and driving directions by clicking here: huntsmancancer.org/directionsJoin our circle of hope. FACEBOOK: facebook.com/HuntsmanCancerInstituteINSTAGRAM: instagram.com/huntsmancancerinstituteLINKEDIN: linkedin.com/company/huntsman-cancer-instituteTWITTER: twitter.com/huntsmancancer
Sachin Apte, MD, MS, MBA | Talks with Docs Huntsman Cancer Institute 2023-10-23 | "I feel like the future is very bright. And I can't even imagine what cancer care is going to look like over the next 50 years. It's going to be very exciting."Get to know Dr. Sach Apte, our Chief Clinical Officer, and gynecologic oncologist, in our latest episode of Talks with Docs. Learn about his passion for medicine, his love of the outdoors, and his exciting vision for the future of cancer care.Join our circle of hope. FACEBOOK: facebook.com/HuntsmanCancerInstituteINSTAGRAM: instagram.com/huntsmancancerinstituteLINKEDIN: linkedin.com/company/huntsman-cancer-instituteTWITTER: twitter.com/huntsmancancer
Huntsman Heroes: Going the Extra Mile to End Cancer Huntsman Cancer Institute 2023-10-18 | Huntsman Heroes is a program that brings together individuals dedicated to going the extra mile to create a future free from cancer. The program is made up of people who participate in athletic partner events and our signature event—Huntsman SportsFest—to raise money for Huntsman Cancer Institute.One hundred percent of every dollar raised goes directly to doctors and researchers who, with your help, are changing the course of cancer research, treatment, and prevention. Learn more at huntsmanheroes.org.
Huntsman SportsFest 2023 Huntsman Cancer Institute 2023-10-18 | Highlights from this year's Huntsman SportsFest, held June 10, 2023. More than 1,300 event participants and their donors raised $500,000 for Huntsman Cancer Institute. More than just a chance to get out and move, Huntsman SportsFest is a day to make a difference! Ride, run, walk, or play to create a future free from cancer—100% of your fundraising propels breakthrough research, treatment, and prevention efforts at Huntsman Cancer Institute. Read more at huntsmansportsfest.com and join us each June to celebrate, remember, and rally together to eradicate cancer.
Matthew Poppe, MD | Talks with Docs Huntsman Cancer Institute 2023-10-04 | "Every night when I go home, one, I realize how lucky I am for my health and that of my kids, but it also puts into perspective that whatever sort of problems I face, they can be overcome. Just as these kids have found ways to overcome their cancer."Dr. Matthew Poppe is a radiation oncologist who sees pediatric patients and patients with breast cancer or sarcoma. He also runs our proton center. In his episode of Talks with Docs he shares what he has learned from his patients, his passion for gardening, his former work with NASA, and more.Join our circle of hope. FACEBOOK: facebook.com/HuntsmanCancerInstituteINSTAGRAM: instagram.com/huntsmancancerinstituteLINKEDIN: linkedin.com/company/huntsman-cancer-instituteTWITTER: twitter.com/huntsmancancer
Kathryn F. Kirk Center Dedication | Huntsman Cancer Institute Huntsman Cancer Institute 2023-09-28 | On May 8, 2023, Huntsman Cancer Institute dedicated the Kathryn F. Kirk Center for Comprehensive Cancer Care and Women's Cancers. This expansion to the flagship campus of Huntsman Cancer Institute adds more than a million square feet to our clinical and research enterprise. The Kathryn F. Kirk Center holds 48 inpatient rooms, 4 operating rooms, and expanded space for endoscopy, mammography, wellness, and more dedicated space for the care of blood and bone marrow cancers. With the opening of the Kathryn F. Kirk Center for Comprehensive Cancer Care and Women’s Cancers, Huntsman Cancer Institute now spans more than one million square feet of state-of-the-art space for cancer research, discovery, and care.We extend our thanks to the generous donors who made this expansion possible and the more than one million supporters who help us bring world-class research and care to those who need it most.Join our circle of hope. FACEBOOK: facebook.com/HuntsmanCancerInstituteINSTAGRAM: instagram.com/huntsmancancerinstituteLINKEDIN: linkedin.com/company/huntsman-cancer-instituteTWITTER: twitter.com/huntsmancancer
Erin Ward, MD | Talks with Docs Huntsman Cancer Institute 2023-09-25 | "The part that really drew me to surgery for cancer patients is the goal is to maintain a long-term relationship. My hope is not to just do one surgery and then never meet that patient again. But, you know, I really count my successes as ones where I can help that patient live a long, healthy life and keep coming to see me every three to six months."Dr. Erin Ward is a surgical oncologist who specializes in gastrointestinal cancer. In this episode of Talks with Docs she discusses HIPEC surgery, what drew her to working in oncology, and a fun fact that may surprise her patients.Learn more about HIPEC here: https://healthcare.utah.edu/huntsmancancerinstitute/treatment/hipecJoin our circle of hope. FACEBOOK: facebook.com/HuntsmanCancerInstituteINSTAGRAM: instagram.com/huntsmancancerinstituteLINKEDIN: linkedin.com/company/huntsman-cancer-instituteTWITTER: twitter.com/huntsmancancer
Medication History Huntsman Cancer Institute 2023-09-05 | A medication history, or med history, is a vital part of your care. Health care providers use it to find and solve medication-related problems you may have. Join our circle of hope. FACEBOOK: facebook.com/HuntsmanCancerInstituteINSTAGRAM: instagram.com/huntsmancancerinstituteLINKEDIN: linkedin.com/company/huntsman-cancer-instituteTWITTER: twitter.com/huntsmancancer
Together We Can | Huntsman Cancer Institute Huntsman Cancer Institute 2023-08-04 | Together, we dedicate ourselves to a cause much bigger than any one person or organization: eradicating cancer from the face of the earth. We invite you to join us in this movement.Join our circle of hope. FACEBOOK: facebook.com/HuntsmanCancerInstituteINSTAGRAM: instagram.com/huntsmancancerinstituteLINKEDIN: linkedin.com/company/huntsman-cancer-instituteTWITTER: twitter.com/huntsmancancer
5 For The Fight Cancer Research Internship Huntsman Cancer Institute 2023-08-02 | For the past 10 weeks we've had the privilege of hosting the inaugural cohort of 5 For The Fight Cancer Research interns from Howard University. They have spent their time here getting hands-on experience in research labs, as well as getting to know our beautiful state. As the program wrapped up for the summer several of this year's interns shared with us what the experience meant to them. Learn more about the 5 For The Fight Cancer Research Internship here: 5forthefight.org/internshipJoin our circle of hope. FACEBOOK: facebook.com/HuntsmanCancerInstituteINSTAGRAM: instagram.com/huntsmancancerinstituteLINKEDIN: linkedin.com/company/huntsman-cancer-instituteTWITTER: twitter.com/huntsmancancer
Anna Chalmers, MD | Talks with Docs Huntsman Cancer Institute 2023-07-31 | “I learned that there's a lot of joy in the little moments that people have. And I see one of my jobs as giving people as much life as possible, but also doing it in a way that they're still able to find that joy, no matter where it is.”Dr. Anna Chalmers is a medical oncologist specializing in treating patients diagnosed with sarcoma. She is also the director of inpatient oncology. In this episode of Talks with Docs, she discusses why she chose to specialize in sarcoma care, what makes her optimistic about the future, what she learns from her patients, and much more.Join our circle of hope. FACEBOOK: facebook.com/HuntsmanCancerInstituteINSTAGRAM: instagram.com/huntsmancancerinstituteLINKEDIN: linkedin.com/company/huntsman-cancer-instituteTWITTER: twitter.com/huntsmancancer
Huntsman Cancer Institute Expands Impact across Utah with Plans for New Comprehensive Cancer Center Huntsman Cancer Institute 2023-06-22 | Huntsman Cancer Institute at the University of Utah, a pioneering innovator dedicated to developing more effective ways to care for and prevent cancer, announced plans yesterday for a new Huntsman Cancer Institute comprehensive cancer center in Utah County. This second headquarters will be in Vineyard, a growing city embedded in Utah’s tech hub. The plan opens new possibilities for cancer research, prevention, and treatments. Distance is a major healthcare disparity for cancer patients in Utah and surrounding states. Huntsman Cancer Institute chose this location to serve members of our community closer to where they live, giving hundreds of thousands of Utahns and surrounding state residents improved access to world-class cancer care. Join our circle of hope. FACEBOOK: facebook.com/HuntsmanCancerInstituteINSTAGRAM: instagram.com/huntsmancancerinstituteLINKEDIN: linkedin.com/company/huntsman-cancer-instituteTWITTER: twitter.com/huntsmancancer
Meant To Be: Travis and Lady’s Story Huntsman Cancer Institute 2023-05-17 | "I think it might be a little miracle. I never thought of it happening whenever we were looking to adopt a dog. I didn't know that the dog, that dog would help make me decide to amputate my leg. The future does look bright for me and Lady."Travis was born with neurofibromatosis (NF), a genetic condition that causes tumors to form on nerve tissue. These tumors are usually benign, but sometimes can become cancerous. After three femur fractures, he had to decide if an amputation was right for him. He found support and comfort from an unexpected source—his three-legged dog, Lady.Join our circle of hope. FACEBOOK: facebook.com/HuntsmanCancerInstituteINSTAGRAM: instagram.com/huntsmancancerinstituteLINKEDIN: linkedin.com/company/huntsman-cancer-instituteTWITTER: twitter.com/huntsmancancer
Art at the Kathryn F. Kirk Center Huntsman Cancer Institute 2023-05-15 | The Kathryn F. Kirk Center for Comprehensive Cancer Care and Women's Cancers at Huntsman Cancer Institute houses an art collection that represents more than 25 Indigenous nations and pueblos of the American Southwest.The Jon M. and Karen H. Huntsman Family Collection consists of more than 160 pieces of art, including modern and contemporary American Indian paintings, weavings, baskets, and pottery.Learn more about the art collection at huntsmancancer.org/art.Join our circle of hope. FACEBOOK: facebook.com/HuntsmanCancerInstituteINSTAGRAM: instagram.com/huntsmancancerinstituteLINKEDIN: linkedin.com/company/huntsman-cancer-instituteTWITTER: twitter.com/huntsmancancer
Hope for a Future Free of Cancer Huntsman Cancer Institute 2023-05-11 | Jeanette Nielsen and Erin Hurst found hope by coming to Huntsman Cancer Institute for cancer care. For each, a journey of uncertainty became a journey into the future—and a life full of new experiences and opportunities.Join our circle of hope. FACEBOOK: facebook.com/HuntsmanCancerInstituteINSTAGRAM: instagram.com/huntsmancancerinstituteLINKEDIN: linkedin.com/company/huntsman-cancer-instituteTWITTER: twitter.com/huntsmancancer
The PathMaker Program at Huntsman Cancer Institute Huntsman Cancer Institute 2023-03-31 | The goal of the PathMaker Program for Cancer Research is to increase diversity within cancer-related, biomedical science research. During the summer of 2021, our team filmed the participants of the PathMaker Scholars Program as they completed the 10-week summer experience. This documentary-short highlights the program and its amazing students.Learn more about the PathMaker program here: https://uofuhealth.utah.edu/huntsman/education-training/pathmaker/scholarsJoin our circle of hope. FACEBOOK: facebook.com/HuntsmanCancerInstituteINSTAGRAM: instagram.com/huntsmancancerinstituteLINKEDIN: linkedin.com/company/huntsman-cancer-instituteTWITTER: twitter.com/huntsmancancer
Asesoramiento Genético en Huntsman Cancer Institute Huntsman Cancer Institute 2023-03-23 | ¿Sabías que una visita para el asesoramiento genético en Huntsman Cancer Institute es gratuita? Algunos tipos de cáncer pueden ser hereditarios. Si tiene un historial personal o familiar de ciertos tipos de cáncer, incluyendo cáncer de seno, cáncer de colon, o cáncer de páncreas, considere hablar con un asesor genético.Clínica de Evaluación de Cáncer Hereditario (801)587-9555huntsmancancer.org/fcacÚnase a nuestro círculo de esperanza.FACEBOOK: facebook.com/HuntsmanCancerInstituteINSTAGRAM: instagram.com/huntsmancancerinstituteLINKEDIN: linkedin.com/company/huntsman-cancer-instituteTWITTER: twitter.com/huntsmancancer
The Power of Hope: A Decade-long Friendship between a Cancer Patient and His Doctor Huntsman Cancer Institute 2023-03-10 | In 2011, Lowry Bushnell received life-changing news from his doctors. When Lowry first came to Huntsman Cancer Institute to meet with Jonathan Tward, MD, PhD, he felt hopeless. He’d been diagnosed with prostate cancer and told it would be fatal—that he had three years, maybe four.“I’d been told the cancer was in my pelvis, and there was no way to get at it all,” Lowry recalls. “Dr. Tward kind of chuckled and said, ‘Oh, you’d be amazed where we could go.’” Dr. Tward then told Lowry about a promising new treatment from a recent study, which Lowry agreed to try.“I had such confidence that I was in the hands of a really good doctor who is a really good person,” Lowry says. “And I had confidence that the treatment I was getting was the best treatment that can be offered. That gave me peace. I began thinking maybe I’m not actually going to be dead in the next five years. Maybe I will see some grandchildren being born.”Join our circle of hope. FACEBOOK: facebook.com/HuntsmanCancerInstituteINSTAGRAM: instagram.com/huntsmancancerinstituteLINKEDIN: linkedin.com/company/huntsman-cancer-instituteTWITTER: twitter.com/huntsmancancer
How to Do an At-Home Colorectal Cancer Screening (FOBT/FIT Kit) Huntsman Cancer Institute 2023-03-01 | There are a few ways to be screened for colorectal cancer, including a colonoscopy or a fecal immunochemical test (FIT) kit. You can also complete a fecal occult blood test (FOTB), which tests for blood in the stool. Bleeding in the digestive tract can be caused by a variety of conditions, including colorectal cancer.Colorectal cancer is a disease where cancer cells form in the tissues of the colon or the rectum. Colorectal cancer screening helps prevent cancer and find cancer early, when it is easier to treat.Huntsman Cancer Institute and University of Utah Health recommend that adults should start screening for colorectal cancer at age 45.For more information, please visit huntsmancancer.org/screening.Join our circle of hope. FACEBOOK: facebook.com/HuntsmanCancerInstituteINSTAGRAM: instagram.com/huntsmancancerinstituteLINKEDIN: linkedin.com/company/huntsman-cancer-instituteTWITTER: twitter.com/huntsmancancer
We Couldnt Do This Without You: Sam Cheshier and a New Pediatric Brain Cancer Clinical Trial Huntsman Cancer Institute 2023-02-15 | The groundbreaking clinical trials happening here at the Huntsman Cancer Institute are saving lives, and it is made possible in part by people like you—our donors. For Samuel Cheshier, MD, PhD, director of Pediatric Surgical Neuro Oncology and principal investigator for the Cheshier Lab, this support means testing new ways to save the lives of pediatric patients with brain cancer. Thank you for believing in us. We couldn’t do it without you.Join our circle of hope. FACEBOOK: facebook.com/HuntsmanCancerInstituteINSTAGRAM: instagram.com/huntsmancancerinstituteLINKEDIN: linkedin.com/company/huntsman-cancer-instituteTWITTER: twitter.com/huntsmancancer
In It Together: Wellness for Patients and Caregivers Huntsman Cancer Institute 2023-01-13 | When Scott Wright’s spouse, Cheryl, was diagnosed with cancer, they both got involved with the Wellness and Integrative Health Center at Huntsman Cancer Institute to improve physical and mental well-being. Caregivers play and integral role supporting cancer patients during their treatment, and it is important for caregivers to find opportunities to take care of themselves, too. Scott discusses the impact the Wellness Center has made to reduce stress, calm anxiety, and build a sense of togetherness.Learn more about the Wellness and Integrative Health Center at huntsmancancer.org/wellnesscenterJoin our circle of hope. FACEBOOK: facebook.com/HuntsmanCancerInstituteINSTAGRAM: instagram.com/huntsmancancerinstituteLINKEDIN: linkedin.com/company/huntsman-cancer-instituteTWITTER: twitter.com/huntsmancancer
Onward with Gusto | Huntsman Cancer Institute Staff Members Share Hopes for 2023 Huntsman Cancer Institute 2022-12-22 | As 2022 comes to a close, we asked some of our staff members to share their hopes for 2023. From feeding more patients and helping them smile to advancing approaches for cancer prevention and care, the clinical and research teams at Huntsman Cancer Institute are dedicated to the eradication of cancer and serving our patients. We hope to make even greater strides in these goals in 2023 as we open our Kathryn F. Kirk Center for Comprehensive Cancer Care and Women's Cancers. From Huntsman Cancer Institute, we wish you a happy and healthy holiday season and a happy new year!Join our circle of hope. FACEBOOK: facebook.com/HuntsmanCancerInstituteINSTAGRAM: instagram.com/huntsmancancerinstituteLINKEDIN: linkedin.com/company/huntsman-cancer-instituteTWITTER: twitter.com/huntsmancancer
On Lung Cancer | A Conversation with Dr. Sonam Puri Huntsman Cancer Institute 2022-12-08 | "As an oncologist, my hope is a cancer-free world. You know, how far are we from that? I don't know, but I definitely know we're getting closer."Dr. Sonam Puri treats patients with lung cancer at Huntsman Cancer Institute. She is also a lung cancer researcher and is very involved in clinical trials. In this video, Dr. Puri discusses the current state of lung cancer treatment, why it is so difficult to diagnose, the importance of clinical trials, and the future of lung cancer. Learn more about lung cancer at huntsmancancer.org/lungJoin our circle of hope. FACEBOOK: facebook.com/HuntsmanCancerInstituteINSTAGRAM: instagram.com/huntsmancancerinstituteLINKEDIN: linkedin.com/company/huntsman-cancer-instituteTWITTER: twitter.com/huntsmancancer
¿Que es Radón? (Español) Huntsman Cancer Institute 2022-11-22 | Radón es un gas radioactivo que no se puede ver u oler. Es la segunda causa principal de cáncer de pulmón. Aprenda modos de proteger a si miso y a su familia.
Are You Breathing Radon? Huntsman Cancer Institute 2022-11-22 | Did you know you can get lung cancer without smoking? A gas called radon is the second-leading cause of lung cancer, and it could be in your home. Watch the video to learn how to find out whether your home has radon and what you can do to fix it.NOTE: EPA does not certify radon mitigators, but your state Radon Contact will have a list – or go to AARST.org or http://www.nrsb.orgTo learn more about radon or any other cancer-related information, call Huntsman Cancer Institute's G. Mitchell Morris Cancer Learning Center at 1-888-424-2100. To order a radon test kit, visit radon.utah.gov or www.epa.gov/radon.Join our circle of hope. FACEBOOK: facebook.com/HuntsmanCancerInstituteINSTAGRAM: instagram.com/huntsmancancerinstituteLINKEDIN: linkedin.com/company/huntsman-cancer-instituteTWITTER: twitter.com/huntsmancancer
Total Cancer Care at Huntsman Cancer Institute Huntsman Cancer Institute 2022-11-09 | At Huntsman Cancer Institute, health care providers and researchers seek to know how and why cancer develops and to find ways to better understand, detect, treat, and prevent it. Together, we want to improve care and quality of life for people affected by cancer and save lives now and in the future. Learn how you can help at www.huntsmancancer.org/totalcancercareHCI-Total Cancer Care® is a partnership between participants, health care providers, and researchers, aligned with the Oncology Research Information Exchange Network (ORIEN) of leading cancer centers.Join our circle of hope. FACEBOOK: facebook.com/HuntsmanCancerInstituteINSTAGRAM: instagram.com/huntsmancancerinstituteLINKEDIN: linkedin.com/company/huntsman-cancer-instituteTWITTER: twitter.com/huntsmancancer
Worried? Get Screened. Huntsman Cancer Institute 2022-10-27 | Worried? Get screened.Huntsman Cancer Institute and University of Utah Health recommend that all women receive a breast cancer screening (mammogram) every year starting at the age of 40.A mammogram lets doctors detect:-breast cancers,-benign tumors, and-cystsOften mammograms can show these before they can be felt by hand or through touch.Talk to your doctor about what cancer screenings are right for you. Screening recommendations may be different for women at higher-than-average risk and women who have a family history of breast cancer. Women who are at a higher-than-average risk may need additional screening exams.For more information or to find a mammogram screening near you, visit: https://healthcare.utah.edu/womenshealth/mammogram/Join our circle of hope. FACEBOOK: facebook.com/HuntsmanCancerInstituteINSTAGRAM: instagram.com/huntsmancancerinstituteLINKEDIN: linkedin.com/company/huntsman-cancer-instituteTWITTER: twitter.com/huntsmancancer
Genetic Counseling at Huntsman Cancer Institute Huntsman Cancer Institute 2022-10-07 | Did you know that a genetic counseling visit at Huntsman Cancer Institute is free of charge? Some cancers are more likely to run in families. If you have a personal or family history of certain cancers, including breast cancer, colon cancer, or pancreatic cancer, consider talking with a genetic counselor. Join our circle of hope. FACEBOOK: facebook.com/HuntsmanCancerInstituteINSTAGRAM: instagram.com/huntsmancancerinstituteLINKEDIN: linkedin.com/company/huntsman-cancer-instituteTWITTER: twitter.com/huntsmancancer
PathMaker Documentary Screening Huntsman Cancer Institute 2022-06-23 | Huntsman Cancer Institute invites you to the PathMaker documentary screening. The goal of the PathMaker program is to increase diversity within cancer-related research. Join us for a documentary highlighting the program and its amazing students. The screening will be followed by a short Q&A with PathMaker participants, alumni, and mentors.https://healthcare.utah.edu/huntsmancancerinstitute/events/2022/pathmaker-documentary.php
Protección Solar Huntsman Cancer Institute 2022-04-01 | El cáncer de piel es el más común de todos los tipos de cáncer. En este video, demostramos cómo puede protegerse a sí mismo y a su familia del cáncer de piel.Visite huntsmancancer.org/prevention para aprender cómo puede prevenir el cáncer.
Sun Safety Tips Huntsman Cancer Institute 2022-04-01 | Skin cancer is the most common of all cancer types. In this clip, we demonstrate how you can protect yourself and your family from skin cancer. Visit huntsmancancer.org/prevention to learn how you can prevent cancer.
Child Life Specialist Services at Huntsman Cancer Institute Huntsman Cancer Institute 2022-03-28 | Certified child life specialists at Huntsman Cancer Institute (HCI) help kids handle the stress and uncertainty of cancer. These experts specialize in the psychosocial and developmental needs of children ages 0–18. Child life specialist services are available to pediatric patients, siblings of pediatric patients, and children of adult patients.Visit huntsmancancer.org/kids to learn more about how a child life specialist may be able to help you and your family.Join our circle of hope. FACEBOOK: facebook.com/HuntsmanCancerInstituteINSTAGRAM: instagram.com/huntsmancancerinstituteLINKEDIN: linkedin.com/company/huntsman-cancer-institute/mycompany TWITTER: twitter.com/huntsmancancer
What Kids and their Families Can Expect from Radiation Therapy Huntsman Cancer Institute 2022-03-28 | Radiation therapy is one tool doctors at Huntsman Cancer Institute use to treat kids diagnosed with cancer. This video provides a brief overview for patients and their loved ones about what to expect during a radiation therapy treatment plan. Visit huntsmancancer.org/kids to learn more about how a child life specialist may be able to help you and your family. More information about radiation therapy treatment can be found at huntsmancancer.org/radiation.Join our circle of hope. FACEBOOK: facebook.com/HuntsmanCancerInstituteINSTAGRAM: instagram.com/huntsmancancerinstituteLINKEDIN: linkedin.com/company/huntsman-cancer-institute/mycompany TWITTER: twitter.com/huntsmancancer
A Lifelong Connection between Ovarian Cancer Patient and Her Doctor: 10 Years Later Huntsman Cancer Institute 2022-03-28 | Ten years ago, Carine Clark received the crushing news of an ovarian cancer diagnosis. Recently Carine sat down with her oncologist, Theresa Werner, MD, to talk about how that diagnosis affected them both. Carine says, "I can’t imagine having this diagnosis and going through it somewhere else." Carine now rides as a Huntsman Hero, raising money for ovarian cancer research.Dr. Werner is grateful for support from donors and fundraisers like Carine, who have experienced cancer. "I know that this important work we are doing will offer hope to people I haven’t even met yet."Join our circle of hope. FACEBOOK: facebook.com/HuntsmanCancerInstituteINSTAGRAM: instagram.com/huntsmancancerinstituteLINKEDIN: linkedin.com/company/huntsman-cancer-institute/mycompany TWITTER: twitter.com/huntsmancancer
Luke Martin, MD | Talks with Docs Huntsman Cancer Institute 2022-03-14 | Find out which famous world leader Dr. Luke Martin would like to spend a day in the life of and what excites him most about exploring the great outdoors.Luke Martin, MD, is an Assistant Professor of Surgery at the University of Utah. His clinic practice includes cancers of the colon and rectum, inflammatory bowel disease, diverticulitis, pelvic floor dysfunction, and other problems of the lower gastrointestinal tract and anus.
See Changes? Visit Your Doctor Huntsman Cancer Institute 2022-02-07 | Signs and symptoms are how the body lets you know you are hurt or sick. Signs can be seen and measured, such as a fever or bleeding. Symptoms are what you feel or notice. Most signs and symptoms of illness do not mean you have cancer.If you have any signs and symptoms that do not go away or get worse, you should see a doctor to find out what may be causing them. Do not wait to feel pain before seeing your doctor. If cancer is not the cause, your doctor can help figure out what the cause is and treat it, if needed.Visit huntsmancancer.org/symptoms to learn more about how signs and symptoms help us detect cancer.Call 801-587-7000 to make a doctor's appointment.Join our circle of hope. FACEBOOK: facebook.com/HuntsmanCancerInstituteINSTAGRAM: instagram.com/huntsmancancerinstituteLINKEDIN: linkedin.com/company/huntsman-cancer-institute/mycompany TWITTER: twitter.com/huntsmancancer
Jane Porretta, MD | Talks with Docs Huntsman Cancer Institute 2022-02-02 | In this Talks with Docs clip, Dr. Jane Porretta shares with us when her interest in surgery was born and what surprising person she would trade lives with for a day. Dr. Porretta's full bio: https://healthcare.utah.edu/fad/mddetail.php?physicianID=u0921054&name=jane-m-porrettaJoin our circle of hope. FACEBOOK: facebook.com/HuntsmanCancerInstituteINSTAGRAM: instagram.com/huntsmancancerinstituteLINKEDIN: linkedin.com/company/huntsman-cancer-institute/mycompany TWITTER: twitter.com/huntsmancancer
CAR T Cell Therapy at Huntsman Cancer Institute Huntsman Cancer Institute 2022-01-26 | Chimeric antigen receptor (CAR) T cell therapy is an immunotherapy. It uses a patient’s own immune system to fight certain blood cancers.Huntsman Cancer Institute is one of only a handful of hospitals in the United States authorized to offer the two CAR T cell therapies currently approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.To learn more about CAR T cell therapy, call our referral center at 801-587-4652 or visit huntsmancancer.org/car-t
Lung Cancer Screenings at Huntsman Cancer Institute Huntsman Cancer Institute 2022-01-21 | Lung cancer screening helps find lung cancer early, when it is easier to treat. The screening test for lung cancer is called a low-dose CT scan. Low-dose CT scan has been shown to lower the risk of dying from lung cancer in heavy smokers.Talk to your doctor about the risk and benefits of lung cancer screening.Call 801-581-7840 to schedule a doctor's appointment.Join our circle of hope. FACEBOOK: facebook.com/HuntsmanCancerInstituteINSTAGRAM: instagram.com/huntsmancancerinstituteLINKEDIN: linkedin.com/company/huntsman-cancer-institute/mycompany TWITTER: twitter.com/huntsmancancer
Painted Tote Bags | Artist-in-Residence Huntsman Cancer Institute 2021-12-20 | The Wellness and Integrative Health Center at Huntsman Cancer Institute provides supportive treatments and services to patients, caregivers, family, and staff including music therapy, fitness, nutrition counseling, and more.Wellness Center Facebook Groupfacebook.com/groups/hciwellnesscenterThe Wellness and Integrative Health Center at Huntsman Cancer Institutehttps://healthcare.utah.edu/huntsmancancerinstitute/wellness-support/wellness-integrative-health-center/
Cancer Hospital Chaplains Share a Message of Hope through Song Huntsman Cancer Institute 2021-12-17 | Huntsman Cancer Institute's hospital chaplains bestow us with a song by Meg Barnhouse, “All Will Be Well.” It is based on theology from the mystic Julian of Norwich. What Julian discovered in her monastic retreat—in her meditation and prayer—is that even in the midst of terrible sorrow and suffering there is still some sense of presence and hope.Join our circle of hope. FACEBOOK: facebook.com/HuntsmanCancerInstituteINSTAGRAM: instagram.com/huntsmancancerinstituteLINKEDIN: linkedin.com/company/huntsman-cancer-institute/mycompany TWITTER: twitter.com/huntsmancancer
Holidays at Huntsman Huntsman Cancer Institute 2021-12-15 | From CEO Mary Beckerle: This holiday season, I want to express my gratitude to each of you for your incredible talent, passion, and commitment to Huntsman Cancer Institute.We recognize your devotion to our great cause, your commitment to caring for our patients, your determination to advance our innovative science, your dedication to training the next generation, and your unwavering service to our community.We wish you peaceful holidays and a healthy new year.
