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Publication: Austin Medical Times, Houston Medical Times
10/2/2024 - Breast cancer affects one in eight women, and incidence rates are on the rise for those in their late 20s, 30s, and early 40s. While there is no surefire way to prevent breast cancer, understanding your risk and taking proactive steps today can make all the difference tomorrow. Moya Griffin, M.D., FACS, Texas Breast Specialists-Austin North and Stacia Pfost, M.D., Texas Breast Specialists–Houston Medical Center and Sugar Land explain more about these risk factors and the non-genetic risk factors, such as diet and physical activity.
Publication: KVUE-TV (ABC, Austin)
10/1/2024 - In recognition of Prostate Cancer Awareness Month, sports radio host Mike “Hardball” Hardge shared his journey with prostate cancer, emphasizing how elevated prostate-specific antigen (PSA) levels in his blood led to his diagnosis and highlighting the importance of early detection and screening. Michael Herman, M.D., of Texas Oncology–Austin North Radiation Oncology and Round Rock, also joined KVUE-TV to share information about prostate cancer screening and treatment options, and he noted that advancements in prostate cancer care have made it so that many patients can continue living their lives normally while undergoing treatment.
Publication: Austin American-Statesman
9/1/2024 - Scott White has lived in Georgetown for 34 years, where he loves to Texas two-step. He got his first physical in five years after experiencing some unusual urological symptoms, which a PSA test and subsequent MRI revealed to be prostate cancer. With the help of Dr. Tsai and Dr. Herman, he underwent radiation and hormone therapy. Scott says his cancer treatment taught him to have grace for his body and be grateful for all it is capable of. Today, Scott has no evidence of disease; he is now a staunch advocate for regular health screenings and can’t wait to dust off his cowboy boots and get back on the dance floor.
Publication: Austin Medical Times, Houston Medical Times
1/4/2024 - January is National Cervical Cancer Awareness Month and Jennifer L. Brown, M.D., M.S., Texas Oncology–Beaumont, Kingwood and Helen Dinkelspiel Eshed, M.D., Texas Oncology–Austin North Suite 300 are empowering individuals with accurate information about cervical cancer and HPV vaccinations, clarifying any misconceptions.
Publication: Austin Medical Times, Houston Medical Times
11/3/2023 - National Hospice and Palliative Care Month is in November and Texas Oncology is recognizing the power of this important and deeply personalized care, and how hospice improves quality of life for patients near the end of life and supports those who love them, in their latest byline in the Austin and Houston Medical Times.
Publication: Mas Mujer Austin
10/23/2023 - October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, an annual campaign to raise awareness of a disease that affects thousands of men and women. No matter your age or ethnicity, the disease has likely already had an impact on your life. Sherrie Thomas, M.D., FACS, Texas Breast Specialists–Austin North and Round Rock and St. David’s HealthCare shared with Mas Mujer Austin personal risk factors to watch for, breast cancer symptoms and screening guidelines, which are key to prevention.
Publication: KAKW-TV (Univision, Austin)
8/23/2023 - Breast cancer is the leading cause of cancer-related death among Hispanic and Latina women. Sylvia Jaramillo, M.D., medical oncologist and hematologist Texas Oncology–Austin North Suite 300, discusses the impact of breast cancer on this community, ways to prevent breast cancer, and the importance of mammograms for the screening and early detection of this cancer type.
Publication: Austin Business Journal
5/12/2023 - The Austin Under 40 Awards honor industry leaders under the age of 40 making a difference in the Central Texas community. Michael Herman, M.D., Texas Oncology–Austin North Radiation Oncology and Round Rock, was chosen as a finalist in the Medicine and Healthcare category.
Publication: Austin Medical Times, Houston Medical Times, Palestine Herald-Press
5/1/2023 - Studies have shown being outside can benefit one's well-being, reducing stress and improving mental health. Kelli E. Ivy, MSN, FNP-BC, OCN, Texas Oncology–Palestine Cancer Center, Shubhada Shrikhande, M.D., Texas Oncology–Austin North, and Sonal Sethi, M.D., Texas Oncology–Deke Slayton Cancer Center and Pearland, share how just few minutes outside each day can improve a cancer patient's mood and what activities are suitable while going through treatment.
Publication: Spectrum News Austin
4/16/2023 - Cancer is the leading cause of death for Hispanics in the U.S., according to the American Cancer Society. Sylvia Jaramillo, M.D., Texas Oncology–Austin North, speaks with "In Focus Texas" on Spectrum News about the importance of cancer education, especially within the Hispanic community.