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October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month, an important time to raise awareness about the serious, often hidden dangers of domestic violence (DV), including one of its deadliest forms: strangulation. Strangulation is not only a...

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It’s not always a lump

Tuesday, October 1, 2024

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and Aspirus Health is committed to empowering women with vital information on recognizing the early signs of breast cancer. While most women are aware of the importance of breast self-chec...

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Empowering Patients Through Research

Tuesday, September 24, 2024

This World Cancer Research Day, Aspirus Health emphasizes their ongoing efforts to understand and combat cancer. The latest advancements in cancer research are providing new hope for patients as the field continues to evolve. ...

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On World Lung Cancer Day, remember that lung cancer screenings save lives

Thursday, August 1, 2024

August 1 is World Lung Cancer Day, and Aspirus Health is on a mission to educate anyone with a strong smoking history just how important lung cancer screenings can be. Dr. Christopher Peterson, a Board-certified oncologist ...

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Transforming Cancer Care with Immunotherapy

Monday, July 29, 2024

Aspirus Cancer Care is offering a new type of immunotherapy treatment that has emerged as one of the most promising strategies for battling certain types of cancer including Lymphoma, Acute Lymphocytic Leukemia (ALL), multiple mye...

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Aspirus Cancer Care now offers option that may help prevent hair loss during cancer treatment

Tuesday, May 14, 2024

Cancer patients in Central Wisconsin facing chemotherapy treatment have an innovative new option available that may help prevent them from losing their hair: scalp cooling. Aspirus Cancer Care - Wausau is the first cancer treatmen...

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The Rise of Early-Onset Cancer in Young Americans

Wednesday, April 10, 2024

In recent years, a concerning trend has emerged in the United States. A 2023 study reveals that certain types of cancer are being diagnosed more frequently among younger adults. Aspirus Health's data...

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The Vital Role of Social Workers in Cancer Care

Thursday, March 28, 2024

At the heart of Aspirus Cancer Care – Wausau lies a dedicated team of cancer care experts. In addition to board-certified oncologists, the comprehensive team is comprised of additional caregivers, including dedicated social worker...

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Aspirus Health Shares Important Tips in Cervical Cancer Prevention

Tuesday, January 16, 2024

January is Cervical Cancer Awareness Month, providing an opportunity to highlight the significance of screenings and preventive measures in combating this potentially life-threatening disease. Natalie Weeks, MD, a Family Medicine ...

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Collaborative Care in Cancer Treatment

Friday, August 25, 2023

Cancer: a word that carries the weight of millions of lives affected worldwide . As medical science advances and treatment options become more complex, the role of health care professionals in cancer care has become increasingly c...

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How to Identify Melanoma

Monday, May 1, 2023

Since 1995, the American Academy of Dermatology has designated the first Monday in May as Melanoma Monday, officially kicking off Skin Cancer Awareness Month. During this time, people around the world raise awareness of mel...

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The role of social work in a health care setting

Wednesday, March 29, 2023

Social Worker Month is observed every March and highlights these trained medical professionals for their compassionate care and dedication to supporting patients and families throughout their medical journeys. At Aspirus Health th...

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November is Lung Cancer Awareness Month

Tuesday, November 22, 2022

November is Lung Cancer Awareness Month, and Aspirus Health is on a mission to educate patients and the community on the importance of lung cancer screening. While most adults are aware of the recommendation to begin col...

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Aches And Pains That Could Signal Prostate Cancer

Tuesday, September 6, 2022

Prostate cancer is the second leading cause of cancer deaths among men in the United States, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). The good news is it has one of the highest survival rates of any type ...

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Strangulation in Domestic Violence: A Deadly, Often Overlooked Threat

Aspirus Health's SANE Program Provides Critical Care for Survivors

It’s not always a lump

Empowering Patients Through Research

On World Lung Cancer Day, remember that lung cancer screenings save lives

Transforming Cancer Care with Immunotherapy

Aspirus Cancer Care now offers option that may help prevent hair loss during cancer treatment

The Rise of Early-Onset Cancer in Young Americans

The Vital Role of Social Workers in Cancer Care

Aspirus Health Shares Important Tips in Cervical Cancer Prevention

Collaborative Care in Cancer Treatment

How to Identify Melanoma

The role of social work in a health care setting

November is Lung Cancer Awareness Month

Aches And Pains That Could Signal Prostate Cancer