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Pancreatic Cancer Awareness MonthJuly is Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Month. This potentially fatal disease is diagnosed in over 29,000 people each year. Risk factors include smoking, a diet high in fats and sugars, and habitual alcohol consumption, among others. Learn more about the symptoms, diagnosis and treatment of this disease here. Exclusive EUS Technology through our Multidisciplinary GI Clinic The Lacks Cancer Center is the only hospital in West Michigan performing Endoscopic Ultrasound (EUS) - a minimally-invasive procedure that provides detailed, nonsurgical assessment of many GI cancers. EUS is used to stage cancers and obtain biopsy samples. We've recruited physicians from all over North America to be a part of our well-rounded Multidisciplinary GI Clinic, including an Endoscopist trained at The Cleveland Clinic in Endoscopic Ultrasound. Learn more… |
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In The NewsSaint Mary’s Health Care – Local Presenting Sponsor 2008 Susan G. Komen Grand Rapids Race for the Cure®On September 27, 2008 more than 5,500 participants will meet at the Rivertown Crossings Mall in Grandville for the 11th Annual Komen Grand Rapids Race for the Cure. Saint Mary’s Health Care is proud to be a local presenting sponsor of this remarkable event, which donates 75 percent of its net proceeds to local agencies that assist with breast cancer awareness, diagnosis and treatment for those who are at risk. Don’t forget to save the date! Learn more… |
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| Brad Morrow, MD Multidisciplinary GI Clinic See More... |
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The Lacks Cancer Center at Saint Mary’s Health Care. Expect Something More.
As the only cancer hospital in West Michigan dedicated solely to the prevention and treatment of cancer, The Lacks Cancer Center is recognized for its multidisciplinary, team-centered model of care, as well as comprehensive inpatient and outpatient services that deliver the most progressive technologies and treatments available. Learn More... If someone you know would benefit from the technologies and treatments discussed in this e-issue, pass along this vital information now. |
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