This year, Virginia is requiring all rising 7th graders to get both doses of the HPV vaccine. But many parents have concerns.
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Two dermatologists address common myths and misconceptions that may keep people of color from taking sun protection seriously.
UVA experts help set the record straight on some of the most common misconceptions about colon cancer risk factors, prevention, screening, and more.
Clinical trials are scientific studies that test the effectiveness of a treatment, device or drug. Although many are hesitant to consider participating, new treatments wouldn't become available to patients without the trial process.
With UVA dermatologist Mark Russell, MD Myth #1: Skin cancer only affects people with light or fair skin. Skin cancer is the most common cancer in the U.S. Although more common in those with a fair complexion, it does not discriminate against skin color, race, age or any other demographics.…
It’s essential to understand sun safety and decrease your risk of skin cancer with skin protection. 1 in 5 Americans will develop skin cancer in their lifetime.
UVA Cancer Center is recruiting for approximately 110 trials right now. Recruitment and outreach specialist Peggy Scott wants to be sure patients know their options.
UVA Oncologist Cherif Abdelmalek practices at UVA Cancer Center Augusta. Dr. Abdelmalek grew up in Alexandria, Egypt, one of the oldest cities in the world.
Ryan Gentzler, MD, specializes in thoracic oncology at UVA and is part of the multidisciplinary lung cancer team at UVA Cancer Center. In this post, Gentzler debunks common myths about lung cancer in support of Lung Cancer Awareness Month. Lung Cancer: Get The Facts 1) All patients who get lung…