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Lung cancer kills more people than breast cancer

November 14, 2022

Tennessee ranks third in the nation for lung cancer diagnoses, and fourth in deaths related to lung cancer.

tags: cancer , lung cancer , lung health , parkridge , screening

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This October, put yourself first: Breast cancer...

September 21, 2022

This October, put yourself first: Breast cancer screenings and early detection

tags: breast cancer , breast health , mammography , october , women's health

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UV Safety Awareness Month: Staying Safe in the...

July 19, 2022

As we spend time in the sun, it's critical that we remain vigilant against invisible rays that can contribute to cancer.

tags: skin , skin cancer , sun , uv , uv safety

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Signs, symptoms and treatment of brain cancer

May 2, 2022

There are many different types of brain tumors, with many being benign (noncancerous) and some being malignant (cancerous).

tags: benign , brain cancer , brain cancer tumor , cancerous , malignant , symptoms , treatment , tumor

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Full body skin exam: What to expect

April 25, 2022

Starting at age 20, in addition to performing regular full-body skin self-exams, you should have skin exams by your doctor.

tags: doctor , exam , skin , skin cancer , sun

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What to look for & where to look for skin cancer

April 12, 2022

When it comes to skin cancer, it's all about paying attention to what looks different than other spots on your skin.

tags: dermatologist , skin , skin cancer , summer , sun

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Skin cancer types and screening recommendations

April 11, 2022

Spring, with all of its outdoor activities, is a great time to learn more about this all-too-common and often preventable form of cancer.

tags: freckles , melanoma , moles , screening , skin , skin cancer , summer , sun

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cancer

Lung cancer kills more people than breast cancer

This October, put yourself first: Breast cancer...

UV Safety Awareness Month: Staying Safe in the...

Signs, symptoms and treatment of brain cancer

Full body skin exam: What to expect

What to look for & where to look for skin cancer

Skin cancer types and screening recommendations

Average ER Wait Times

Connect to Health

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cancer

Lung cancer kills more people than breast cancer

This October, put yourself first: Breast cancer...

UV Safety Awareness Month: Staying Safe in the...

Signs, symptoms and treatment of brain cancer

Full body skin exam: What to expect

What to look for & where to look for skin cancer

Skin cancer types and screening recommendations

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