October 2009
October 2009: Cancer

Karen Skoog (above) ate well, exercised, didn’t smoke and still got cancer. Learn how she found motivation to win this fight and how Park Nicollet sought her input in designing the new Frauenshuh Cancer Center.

 

Ready for the fight of her life
> Read Karen’s story


Moving forward after a cancer diagnosis
> Read Pam’s story


Prostate Cancer: diagnosis, treatment and progress click here for details on this free event.

Park Nicollet Frauenshuh Cancer Center was made possible, in large part, by generous donors. For more information on how you can help, call Park Nicollet Foundation, 952-993-5023, or visit parknicollet.com/foundation.




FEATURED ARTICLES

New cancer center redefines patient care

Families want the best for their loved ones — the best care, the latest technology and a state-of-the-art facility. Find out how our new center offers all that — and improves the delivery of patient care.

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Targeting hard-to-reach tumors with pinpoint precision

Radiation has long been a mainstay of cancer treatment. Thanks to technological advances, we can deliver beams of radiation that match the exact contour of a tumor or lesion.

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Fighting cancer as a family

A cancer diagnosis impacts different people in different ways. Find out how we personalize our support services to meet the unique needs of our cancer patients and their family members and friends.

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Nurturing the spirit when facing cancer

By actively listening to patients’ concerns, our chaplain can help patients find support, compassion and direction — and often a sense of inner peace.

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Restoring the body to good health after cancer

As more people survive cancer, there is a greater need for rehabilitation. Our program helps patients return to their families and routines with as much physical and emotional strength as possible.

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Recent advances help patients with cancer live longer and better

One of the most significant advances in cancer treatment has been the development of targeted therapy. Learn how this new class of drugs attacks only cancer cells while leaving healthy cells alone.

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