Tag: radiation-therapy
New radiation therapy machines deliver treatment four times faster
HHS' new Halcyon machines deliver radiation therapy to cancer patients four times faster than the machines they replaced.
Superhero patients get custom radiation ‘capes’
‘Not all superheroes wear capes’ is a popular saying in hospitals. It’s true. Pediatric radiation therapist, Melanie Carrigan, a hero...
The thing about cancer is…it brings out the best in people
Michele has treated thousands of people with cancer. She shares her perspective on resilience and clarity - two positive side effects of this awful disease.
Coping with side effects of radiation for breast cancer
Treatment for breast cancer can be tough on the body. Common side effects from breast cancer radiation treatment include skin irritation and fatigue.
Advanced certification awarded to JCC radiation therapist
A Juravinski Cancer Centre (JCC) medical radiation therapist is among the first in Canada to receive certification as an Advanced...
Kim MacDonald: Weathering cancer in the public eye
Kim MacDonald is an on-air personality with the Weather Network. She’s a mom, a wife and a proud Hamiltonian. More...
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