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  • Endometriosis: Separating truths from misconceptions

    Endometriosis: Separating truths from misconceptions

    Learn the truth about endometriosis, including the symptoms, treatments and more in this comprehensive guide from Providence.

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  • Dose-escalation studies aspire to fill gaps in cancer treatment options

    Dose-escalation studies aspire to fill gaps in cancer treatment options

    Two early phase trials available at Providence Cancer Institute to evaluate escalating doses of different potential cancer treatments in patients with advanced solid tumors.

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  • FDA approves cellular therapy, offering hope to more people with cancer

    FDA approves cellular therapy, offering hope to more people with cancer

    The Food and Drug Administration has approved an adoptive cell therapy for adult patients with melanoma that has spread to other parts of the body (metastatic).

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  • Celebrating Women in Science

    Celebrating Women in Science

    In honor of International Day of Women and Girls in Science we highlight a researcher at Earle A. Chiles Research Institute, the research arm of Providence Cancer Institute.

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  • Virtual education: Food and common cancer myths

    Virtual education: Food and common cancer myths

    Providence registered dietitian Christina Speaks, MS, RDN, LD, shares valuable information about food and common cancer myths.

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  • Why regular health checks are vital for women in their 40s

    Why regular health checks are vital for women in their 40s

    Did you know that women in their 40s are at a higher risk of developing certain health conditions, such as breast cancer, diabetes, high blood pressure, and osteoporosis?

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  • Promising results of amivantamab studies appear in high-profile journals

    Promising results of amivantamab studies appear in high-profile journals

    New articles co-authored by Dr. Rachel Sanborn feature amivantamab studies for people with NSCLC.

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  • A remarkable year of engagement and advancements at Providence Cancer Institute

    A remarkable year of engagement and advancements at Providence Cancer Institute

    Highlights from 2023 events, achievements and advancements at Providence Cancer Institute.

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  • Meet Dr. Anderson: At home in Hood River, on a trail, beach or mountaintop

    Meet Dr. Anderson: At home in Hood River, on a trail, beach or mountaintop

    Providence hematology oncologist and outdoors enthusiast Eric C. Anderson, M.D., shares his love of the Pacific Northwest and his philosophy of care for patients.

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  • Immunotherapies for GI and lung cancers evaluated in new studies

    Immunotherapies for GI and lung cancers evaluated in new studies

    A study for people with GI cancers and two studies for people with advanced and early-stage lung cancer hope to develop better treatment options with the help of immunotherapy.

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  • Genomic testing can improve outcomes for people with advanced cancer, study shows

    Genomic testing can improve outcomes for people with advanced cancer, study shows

    Providence researchers say comprehensive genomic profiling can be pivotal in identifying gene mutations in a patient and tailoring personalized treatment strategies.

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  • Providence midwives offer more than pregnancy support

    Providence midwives offer more than pregnancy support

    Did you know? Midwives not only offer support during pregnancy but also throughout all stages of women’s health.

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  • 5 Must-Know Breast Cancer Facts

    5 Must-Know Breast Cancer Facts

    Breast surgeon Lorena Gonzalez, MD, is a trusted adviser to patients, in part because she’s been in their shoes. Here she shares key information women should know.

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  • New studies address unmet needs in treating triple-negative breast cancer

    New studies address unmet needs in treating triple-negative breast cancer

    Two new studies available at Earle A. Chiles Research Institute, at division of Providence Cancer Institute of Oregon, to evaluate new treatments for triple-negative breast cancer.

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  • Providence Holy Cross moves tiny patients to newly expanded and refurbished NICU

    Providence Holy Cross moves tiny patients to newly expanded and refurbished NICU

    Providence Holy Cross Medical Center doctors, nurses and specialists transferred eight tiny patients this week from temporary space to a newly expanded and renovated neonatal intensive care unit.

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  • New study aims to fill treatment gap for patients with endometrial cancer

    New study aims to fill treatment gap for patients with endometrial cancer

    For Gynecologic Cancer Awareness Month, Providence Cancer Institute highlights a clinical trial that evaluates the safety and effectiveness of a new oral treatment for grade 1 endometrial cancer.

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  • Women's Wellness Day Cancer Screening Event

    Women's Wellness Day Cancer Screening Event

    Providence's Pavilion for Women and Children is hosting a Women's Wellness Day Cancer Screening event on July 15th.

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  • The mind-gut connection and how to improve it

    The mind-gut connection and how to improve it

    The mind-gut connection and how to improve it

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  • Breast cancer survivor, artist gives back to Providence

    Breast cancer survivor, artist gives back to Providence

    Portland painter credits the support of Providence providers and creating art for helping her recover and heal from breast cancer and the loss of her mother.

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  • Providence Swedish acquires Olympia Obstetrics and Gynecology

    Providence Swedish acquires Olympia Obstetrics and Gynecology

    Growing the Providence Swedish comprehensive women’s health care program in the South Puget Sound, to bring the highest level of specialty services for women in our community.

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