A cancer diagnosis can change everything in an instant. For many patients, the first days and weeks bring uncertainty, concerns about next steps and a desire for clarity. That’s why more people across Greater Cincinnati, Northern Kentucky and Southeastern Indiana are turning to St. Elizabeth Healthcare for a cancer second opinion – a service designed […]
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Gynecologic Cancers: What You Need to Know
St. Elizabeth Healthcare offers specialized care for patients facing gynecologic cancer. With two comprehensive cancer centers serving Greater Cincinnati, Northern Kentucky and Southeastern Indiana, the team expands treatment options and builds a plan of care designed for each person’s needs. High-quality, personalized cancer care is right here when you need it most. Q: What are […]
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St. Elizabeth to host public info session on cancer in Latonia
St. Elizabeth Healthcare will host a public event on cancer screening and prevention at the Latonia Branch of the Kenton County Public Library on Feb. 4 from 1 to 3 p.m. The event coincides with World Cancer Day. The Kentucky Cancer Program, the Northern Kentucky Health Department and the library itself are partnering with the […]
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Navigating the Holidays with Cancer: Finding Strength, Support, and Connection
The holidays bring light, joy and togetherness. But for people facing cancer, this season can also bring stress, fatigue and mixed emotions. Balancing treatment schedules, social gatherings and physical changes can feel overwhelming. During this time, emotions can feel close to the surface — gratitude, worry, hope and exhaustion often blend together. Recognizing those feelings, […]
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Moser’s biomarker testing bill now law after governor’s signature
Gov. Andy Beshear signed a bill requiring insurance companies to cover biomarker testing, which advocates say will improve the state’s dismal cancer statistics. Sponsored by Rep. Kim Moser (R-Taylor Mill), House Bill 180 will cover biomarker testing, which healthcare professionals say is a way to determine the best treatment for each individual. “Biomarker testing is […]
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St. Elizabeth Joins Consortium Studying Cancer Patients with COVID-19
Dr. Dan Flora, Medical Oncologist at St. Elizabeth, is spearheading St. Elizabeth’s CCC19 participation. St. Elizabeth is part of a group of cancer centers and other organizations joining together to form the COVID-19 and Cancer Consortium (CCC19) to collect and share data about cancer patients infected with the coronavirus (COVID-19). As part of CCC19, St. […]
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Help Highlands Football Kick It For Cancer
Nick Bowman goes for an extra point with wide receiver Austin King, a Highlands junior who is a holder for Bowman on special teams. Photo by Allen Ramsey, DWC. During Highlands High School junior Nick Bowman’s offseason training, one of his trainers from Kohl’s Kicking mentioned a program called Kick-It Champions at a training camp. […]
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Crawford Insurance Steps Up To Support A Fellow Coworker
Staff at Crawford Insurance Agency in Bellevue is stepping up for co-worker’s breast cancer journey. Recently, Fort Thomas resident and Crawford Insurance Agency employee, Susan Dewald was diagnosed with breast cancer. Crawford Account Manager Joan Schwartz, also from Fort Thomas said the the staff knew they needed to support Susan’s cancer journey. “Crawford owners and […]