Saint John's Magazine Winter 2013

Providence Cancer Institute researchers share important cancer research at SITC annual meeting and receive recognition for their contributions to science.

If you’re experiencing sharp stomach pain, learn what can cause it, warning signs to watch for and when to seek emergency care.

Birth plans are an important way to capture your preferences as you approach your baby’s due date, just remember to leave room for flexibility.

Does it sometimes feel like your heart is skipping a beat? Learn when you should be concerned, and how your doctor can help you.

Keep kids healthy year-round with wellness checks and vaccines. Learn what to expect and when to schedule. Book a visit with a Providence provider.

If you’re experiencing pain in the middle of your stomach, learn about common causes, serious conditions to watch for and when to seek medical care.

Is it really so bad to take over-the-counter medications that expired a few months ago? Find out from our Providence expert.

Learn what causes crepey skin on arms, legs and face, plus proven prevention tips and treatments from Providence dermatology experts.

Think you know all there is to know about the flu? Hear from Providence experts about common myths and why you should get a flu vaccine.

Learn how to spot the warning signs of kidney disease. Let Providence show you how to identify the earliest symptoms of kidney problems.

You probably know the common symptoms linked to menopause, but a Providence OB-GYN shines the light on nine lesser-known facts that may not be on your radar.

The vitamins and nutrients in foods can help your body fight many diseases. Learn what foods you should — and shouldn’t — eat to avoid cervical cancer.

When you’re young, having a primary care doctor may not seem necessary. But they’re key to preventive care — and key to keeping you healthy as you age.

Learn evidence-based breast cancer prevention strategies, find out the truth about common myths and discover lifestyle changes that reduce your risk.

If you’ve been diagnosed with high blood pressure, there are lots of ways you can lower your blood pressure without prescription medications.

If you’re experiencing pain on the right side of your stomach, learn about common causes, serious conditions to watch for and when to seek medical care.

Tackling to-dos before you reach your baby’s due date can help you feel prepared, so you’re ready when the big day finally comes.

New studies at Providence Cancer Institute offer hope to patients with limited treatment options.

For Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month, we talk about how important it is to support our employees with developmental disabilities.

Jim waited until he was 70 to retire from a long and fulfilling career. Then he was diagnosed with lung cancer—twice.