The summer season can do wonders for dealing with cancer. With better weather comes more opportunities to enjoy what nature has to offer. Continue reading below for more on cancer-friendly summer activities. Summer is a time of free expression, celebration, and outdoor engagement, regardless of cancer. It’s true that energy may be lacking, spirits low…
Help us congratulate Dr. Jeffery James on a huge milestone of reaching 1,500 robotic surgeries! We celebrate together to thank Dr. James for his work and the patients he has helped along this journey and we are proud of him on this amazing milestone. To view more about Dr. Jeffery James, click here. Check out…
Our very own Dr. Jeffery James spoke about Sky Ridge Medical Center’s new technology on the Fox 31 morning newscast! The hospital showed off its new fleet of surgical robots that can perform a variety of surgeries. Doctors say the technology makes the recovery process for patients easier and makes the procedures for the doctors easier too. The biggest…
The conversation around cancer can be a scary thought. Addressing patient fears, outcomes, and questions they may have is extremely important for the wellbeing of the patient. Read more about the importance of overcoming the cancer fear factor below. If you’ve heard it once, you’ve heard it many times: Communication is key – in our…
Many food choices influence cancer such as red and processed meats, breakfast cereal, frozen pizzas, and more. The connection between diet and cancer is not simple and there are certain diets that have been known to show an increased risk of cancer. Continue reading below to find out which foods should be limited or avoided…
During the month of June, we are celebrating National Cancer Survivor Month and encourage you to join us. This is an opportunity to celebrate all survivors and show our support. It is also a chance for people who have not been affected by cancer to learn about the effects it has on the survivors and…
The Colorado Gynecologic Oncology Specialists are excited to share our June 2021 Newsletter providing patients with new information, upcoming events, and inspiring stories.
Epic Experience has been uplifting the lives of adult survivors since 2012 through our signature program of free week-long camps. What makes Epic Experience unique is the experience of adventure and activity through summer and winter sports combined with peer-to-peer relationships in a small, intimate setting on a ranch in the Colorado Rockies. One-Day programs,…
For cancer patients, beginning or returning to an exercise routine can seem daunting and unsafe. New research shows that exercise is not only possible but beneficial for cancer patients in treatment or recovery. Continue reading below to learn more about how to exercise through your cancer journey. Physical Activity and the Cancer Patient In the…
Recent experimental studies have revealed that a drug commonly used to treat malaria may be effective in treating ovarian cancer. In preclinical models, the drug known as “artesunate” was shown to kill ovarian cancer cells. Continue reading below to learn more about the plant that could help develop cancer treatments. A new study from the…