BioProtect Balloon Spacer for Prostate Cancer Radiation TreatmentÂ
What Is the BioProtect Balloon Spacer? The BioProtect Balloon Spacer is a next generation, biodegradable device designed to enhance the safety and precision of prostate cancer radiation therapy. Unlike traditional gel spacers, BioProtect uses a balloon-based, […]
Talking Health: Getting Screened for Prostate Cancer
Prostate cancer testing is easy, quick and important.
Modifications, Adaptations and Variations in Breast Cancer Radiation Treatments – one size certainly does not fit all
Radiation is an integral part of treatment in breast cancer. While multiple modalities, such as 3D conformal radiotherapy, IMRT, and proton therapy, are utilized to deliver this radiation, several different treatment regimens have been evaluated and validated with convincing evidence.
What you need to know about Cervical Cancer and HPV
January is Cervical Cancer Awareness Month, a time to raise awareness about the importance of early detection and treatment of cervical cancer.
A Men’s Health Chat with Dr. Stroud
Alright men…listen up. We gotta have a talk. Man to man.
Cancer Treatment and Your Senses
Sensory Changes During Your Cancer Treatment If you have ever had a common cold you probably know what its like to have little or no sense of smell and taste. […]
2022- Exercise and the New You!
Staying Active in 2022 The beginning of a New Year is an opportunity to set up new goals and focus on self-improvement. Becoming more physically active is one of the […]
From Our Family To Yours- A Collection Of Recipes To Be Thankful For
Thanksgiving is the time of the year when we stop to think about and appreciate everything we have to be thankful for. The Ackerman Cancer Center family is thankful for […]
Nutty About Omega-3
Omega-3- How It Can Benefit Your Everyday Health A recent study published in the British Medical Journal found that people with higher consumption of alpha-linolenic acid, an omega-3 fatty acid […]
Is Proton Therapy Right for Your Cancer?
While many people are familiar with Radiation Therapy as a treatment for cancer, not all are aware of Proton Therapy as an additional advanced option. Dr. Scot Ackerman joined WJXT […]