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Recognizing the Signs and Symptoms of Multiple Myeloma

Multiple myeloma is the second most common form of blood cancer, yet many people remain unfamiliar with it.

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In It Together: A Podcast About Caregiving

We sat down with Donna DiClementi, manager of Outpatient Social Work at Moffitt Cancer Center and host of “In It Together: A Podcast About...

Mike Gallagher and his family

How We Shared Bad News With Our Children

Mike Gallagher remembers one of the hardest conversations he had with his kids: that their mom was diagnosed with stage 4 colorectal cancer.

Mary Sansone

Dealing With Fear and Sadness While Physically Sick

As a chemo and bone marrow recipient to combat acute myeloid leukemia, Mary Sansone experienced fear and sadness early on in her treatment.

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Advance Care Planning: A Gift for Loved Ones

Advance care planning is the process of considering and communicating future medical choices that would need to be made if you experience a sudden...

Moffitt Cancer Center McKinley Campus

Is Cancer Treatment from an NCI-Designated Comprehensive Cancer Center Really Better?

According to studies, five-year survival rates are 30-70% higher for patients who start their treatment at NCI-Designated Comprehensive Cancer...

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Study: Top Cancer Centers Offer Better Surgical Survival Rates

Studies have consistently shown that top-ranked cancer hospitals offer better outcomes, advanced treatment options, and expert surgical teams...

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Palliative Care: Improving Quality of Life

Palliative care helps individuals navigate the complexities of their care with greater ease.

Melinda Nelson

My Journey from Diagnosis to Empowerment

Melinda says even though she lives with chronic cancer and adrenal insufficiency that has to be managed, she has found ways to thrive.

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Informed is Empowered

Our goal in Moffitt’s Patient Library is to make sure that you and your loved ones have access to trustworthy and easy-to-understand information.

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Everyone Deserves the Best Cancer Care

While cancer does not discriminate, LGBTQ+ individuals often encounter unique challenges and barriers when seeking and receiving cancer care.

Brett Davison and his dog

A Father's Fight

When Brett was diagnosed with stage 2B testicular cancer during the height of COVID-19, his world turned upside down.

An oncologist sitting down talking to a patient sitting on a bed.

The Secret to Safer Surgery Over 75

Moffitt Cancer Center is working to make surgery safer at our state-of-the-art McKinley Hospital, where you’ll find world-class facilities and a...

Moffitt specialist looking at a biopsy in the microscope

5 Reasons to See a Cancer Specialist for a Biopsy (Even If It Might Not Be Cancer)

Have your biopsy with cancer specialists at Moffitt Cancer Center for the most accurate and comprehensive diagnosis the first time.

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