April Survivorship Newsletter
The Colorado Gynecologic Oncology Specialists are excited to share our April 2021 Newsletter providing patients with new information, upcoming events, and inspiring stories.
Do’s and Don’ts for Dealing with Toxic Behavior
Dealing with toxic behavior can take a toll on your mental health. Sometimes we cannot avoid toxic people and it can be difficult to set boundaries. Continue reading below for guidance on what to do if you’re dealing with toxic behavior. We all know that person — the one who leaves you feeling worse off…
8 Ways to Support Your Immune System During Chemo
Chemotherapy can hinder the immune system’s ability to fight off infection and disease but there are things you can do to support your immune system during chemo. Continue reading below for a list of things that can boost immunity while undergoing chemo. In many cases, chemotherapy can help shrink tumors or stop them from growing.…
FDA Granted Fast Track Status to Celsion’s GEN-1 for Advanced Cancer
The FDA granted fast track status for Celsion’s GEN-1, giving it priority review and making it eligible for accelerated approval. The immunotherapy has the potential to drastically impact the treatment received by people with advanced ovarian cancer. Continue reading below to learn more about the effectiveness of Celsion’s GEN-1 immunotherapy candidate. Celsion‘s immunotherapy candidate, GEN-1,…
Identifying Risks and Learning to Cope with Fear of Recurrence
Identifying risks and learning to cope with fear of recurrence is important for cancer survivors. Some patient characteristics may put them more at risk to have feelings of fear of recurrence. Learning to curb negative feelings, connecting with those who share similar experiences, and other methods can help survivors cope. Continue reading below to learn…
12 Things Not to Say to Someone With Cancer
Talking about cancer to someone who has been diagnosed is new territory for many people. There are some things not to say to someone with cancer and though they may seem harmless to you, they are actually hurtful. Continue reading below to learn 12 things not to say to someone with cancer. It can be…
March Survivorship Newsletter
The Colorado Gynecologic Oncology Specialists are excited to share our March 2021 Newsletter providing patients with new information, upcoming events, and inspiring stories.
COVID-19 Technology May Help Fight Cancer in the Near Future
Scientists believe the technology used to create the COVID-19 vaccine could also be used to fight cancer in the future. Continue reading below to learn more about the development of cancer treatments. The messenger RNA (mRNA) technology used in the Moderna and Pfizer COVID-19 vaccines could also be used to tackle cancer, according to experts. …
National Cancer Prevention Month
For national cancer prevention month we’ve put together a list of some recommendations to reduce the chances of cancer as experts believe that most cancers can often be prevented with recurring lifestyle changes. Continue reading below to learn more about habit changes to prevent cancer. There are approximately 1.7 million new cases of cancer diagnosed…
February Survivorship Newsletter
The Colorado Gynecologic Oncology Specialists are excited to share our February 2021 Newsletter providing patients with new information, upcoming events, and inspiring stories.