Cancer Screenings in Your Community: See Stats Here
In a recent report by the American Cancer Society, the rate of cancer deaths in the United States saw the sharpest decline on record from 2016 to 2017. Louisiana parallels this trend with mortality rates from cancer decreasing by 3.2 Read More........
Propelling Cancer Care Forward
As Mary Bird Perkins Cancer Center continues to propel cancer care forward, we want to share with you the progress we have made and our vision for the future. There is still much to do, but hope is on the Read More........
The Cancer No One Wants to Talk About is Increasing
Colorectal cancer is the third most commonly diagnosed cancer in the country. With diagnosis rates continuing to rise, providing expert treatment and early detection to save lives is a top priority at Mary Bird Perkins – Our Lady of the Lake Read More........
6 Key Facts to Know About Eating During Cancer Treatment
Cancer treatment can take a toll on the body, but there are many ways to help counter side effects, including good eating habits. This is why Mary Bird Perkins TGMC Cancer Center’s dieticians help patients stay on-track with their nutrition Read More........
What can a Patient Navigator do for you?
Patient navigation is individualized assistance offered to patients, families and caregivers and designed to help overcome any barriers and facilitate timely access to medical and psychosocial care from pre-diagnosis through survivorship. The navigation team is made up of registered nurses, Read More........
Fact or Fiction? Dispelling Myths about Clinical Trials
Clinical trials are vital to progressing cancer care. They can lead to the discovery of new and better treatments, enhanced ways to prevent side effects and can improve outcomes. Participation in clinical trials can help lead to these breakthroughs. However, Read More........
Cancer Specialist Teams Are Changing the Game
Mary Bird Perkins – Our Lady of the Lake Cancer Center welcomes one of our newest colorectal surgeons, Nathan Hite, M.D. He joins an esteemed group of cancer specialists who collaborate to create and identify new ways to enhance outcomes. Read More........
Early Detection for Pancreas Cancer? It’s Now Possible!
A team of experts in pancreatic cancer care at Mary Bird Perkins – Our Lady of the Lake Cancer Center are collaborating to improve patient outcomes with a new high-risk pancreatic cancer screening program. This is the only known program Read More........
4 Things to Look for When Choosing a Cancer Treatment Center
Unless you or a family member has faced cancer, it can be hard to know where to turn when a cancer diagnosis happens. Fortunately, leading edge cancer care is available in the Bayou Region at Mary Bird Perkins TGMC Cancer Read More........
