Early Detection is Key for All Kinds of Cancer

The survival rate of cancer varies depending on the type of cancer. For example, from the years 2011-2017, the survival rate of breast cancer was 90 percent and pancreatic cancer was 10 percent. When it comes to all cancers, one key similarity among them is the result...

Colorectal Cancer: Symptoms, Diagnosis and Treatment

It is estimated that about 1 in 23 men and 1 in 25 women will develop colorectal cancer. It is the third leading cause of cancer-related deaths in men and women in the United States. What is colorectal cancer? Colorectal cancer usually begins as a polyp inside the...

When should you have a colorectal screening?

Colorectal cancer is the third most common cancer in the United States. This year, it is estimated that over 140,000 Americans will be diagnosed with it. Like most types of cancer, there is a higher chance of treating colorectal cancer if it’s detected early....

Breast Cancer Care at Premier

Breast cancer is still one of the most common types of cancer affecting Americans. Although more common in women, breast cancer can also affect men. With substantial support for breast cancer awareness and increased funding for research, the breast cancer survival...

Early Detection Crucial For Breast Cancer Survival

According to the American Cancer Society, 1 in 8 women will be diagnosed with breast cancer in her lifetime. It’s an alarming statistic, but a more encouraging statistic is that when breast cancer is detected early, and is in the localized stage, the 5-year survival...