Tagged Posts: "Cancer" (67)


3 Truths About Breast Cancer Myths

From skipping mammograms after a false positive to whether you are too young to be diagnosed and more, one of the experts from The Christ Hospital Health Network provides clarity about some of the misconceptions around breast cancer. Read More

Posted September 27, 2024 | With Be Thi Saito, MD, from The Christ Hospital Physicians - Surgical Oncology
Prostate Cancer Awareness—Early Detection and Screenings are Key

Prostate Cancer Awareness Month is a great time to remind the men in our lives of the importance of early detection in treating diseases such as prostate cancer and to urge them to schedule their physical exam. Read More

Posted September 12, 2024 | With Q102's Jennifer Fritsch and Christopher Freese, MD, with The Christ Hospital Physicians - Hematology & Oncology
Good News: 7 Lifestyle Changes Can Cut Your Cancer Risk

A new study by the American Cancer Society finds lifestyle changes could prevent as many as 4 in 10 cancers and 50% of cancer deaths. Medical oncologist Dr. Rafiullah Khan weighs in on the findings. Read More

Posted August 08, 2024 | With Rafiullah Khan, MD, The Christ Hospital Physicians - Hematology & Oncology
LGBTQ+ and Healthcare: Why Trust Is Critical

Everyone deserves great healthcare, but recent statistics show members of the LGBTQ+ may be delaying care because of past experiences. Q102's Jennifer Fritsch talks with Dr. Christian Gausvik about find a provider you trust. Read More

Posted June 17, 2024 | By Jennifer Fritsch, Q102 radio personality; and Christian Gausvik, MD, The Christ Hospital Physicians - Primary Care
Colorectal Cancer Prevention and Treatment

Colorectal cancer is one of the few cancers that are preventable through recommended screenings and lifestyle changes. Join our expert physician panel as they discuss risk factors, symptoms, diagnosis and treatment options for this common type of cancer. Read More

Posted April 03, 2024 | With Janice Rafferty, MD; Slobodan Stanisic, MD; and Aruna Puthota, DO
Breast Cancer Study Reveals Unsettling Results

New research is showing a year-over-year jump in breast cancer rates in women under the age of 50. And the increase appears centered around a specific type of breast cancer. Medical oncologist Dr. Julie Specht shares what may be behind the trend and how w Read More

Posted April 02, 2024 | With Julie L. Specht, MD, The Christ Hospital Physicians - Hematology & Oncology
Touchy Subject: What Men Need to Know About Testicular Cancer

Screenings for many diseases don’t apply until you’re older, but testicular cancer is one that doesn’t discriminate by age. Medical oncologist Dr. Brian Mannion shares the essential steps for early detection. Read More

Posted March 29, 2024 | With Brian Mannion, MD, The Christ Hospital Physicians - Hematology & Oncology
The Ins and Outs of Colorectcal Cancer Prevention

Hearing the word ‘colonoscopy’ can make some people uneasy – but it shouldn’t! Q102’s Jennifer Fritsch talks with Dr. Janice Rafferty about flushing the colonoscopy dread down the drain. Read More

Posted March 20, 2024 | By Jennifer Fritsch, Q102 radio personality; and Janice Rafferty, MD, The Christ Hospital Physicians - Colon & Rectal Surgery
Colonoscopy Prep Improves As Colorectal Cancer Rates Rise Among Young Adults

Putting off your colonoscopy because of fears of the “prep”? Times have changed! Dr. John Frankel shares new options to get ready for the screening and concerning statistics about colorectal cancer in people under age 50. Read More

Posted March 04, 2024 | With John Frankel, MD, The Christ Hospial Physicians - Colon & Rectal Surgery
Clearing the Air on Lung Cancer Detection and Treatment

Kentucky, Ohio, and Indiana outpace the nation in new lung cancer cases and deaths - and many people may not show symptoms until it's in advanced stages. Learn how lung cancer is being caught earlier while it's most treatable. Read More

Posted November 17, 2023 | With Julian Guitron, MD; David Long, MD; and Brian Mannion, MD
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