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Experts support continued colonoscopy use to prevent and detect colorectal cancer

<p>Mays Cancer Center/UT Health San Antonio panel responds to recent study Contact: Will Sansom, 210-567-2579, sansom@uthscsa.edu SAN ANTONIO (Oct. 27, 2022) — A recently published European study that minimizes the benefits of colonoscopy to prevent colorectal cancer diagnoses and deaths has several limitations and must not deter anyone 45 and older from being screened, experts [&hellip;]</p>

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How genetic testing could determine your risk of getting breast cancer

<p>Natalie Poullard, MA, MS, CGC, a certified genetic counselor at Mays Cancer Center, home to UT Health San Antonio MD Anderson Cancer Center, provides a brief understanding of genetic testing benefits, the types of tests available and what you can expect during an appointment.  Watch here</p>

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Understanding breast cancer signs, symptoms, and risks

<p>Marcela Mazo Canola, MD, breast medical oncologist at Mays Cancer Center, home to UT Health San Antonio MD Anderson Cancer Center, discusses how breast cancer has impacted the Hispanic/Latino population and the importance of breast cancer screenings. She also shares the signs of symptoms, along with the risk factors and what women can do to [&hellip;]</p>

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What you can expect from cancer rehabilitation

<p>Brian Fricke, MD, director of cancer rehabilitation, at Mays Cancer Center, home to UT Health San Antonio MD Anderson Cancer Center, shares what side effects patients may face after cancer treatment and how receiving therapy services can help with pain and symptom management, improve physical function and reduce overall caregiver burden. Watch here &nbsp; &nbsp;</p>

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SA Cancer Council luncheon celebrates 38 years supporting Mays Cancer Center

<p>A total donation of approximately $6.5 million to the Mays Cancer Center, home to UT Health San Antonio MD Anderson, was celebrated at the SA Cancer Council’s annual Beacon of Hope Luncheon Sept. 13. The luncheon raises funds for the Mays Cancer Center and honors the SA Cancer Council’s top volunteers. This year the luncheon [&hellip;]</p>

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The Purpose and Benefits of Cancer Rehabilitation

<p>Brian Fricke, MD, director of cancer rehabilitation, at Mays Cancer Center, home to UT Health San Antonio MD Anderson Cancer Center, explains the benefits of our cancer rehabilitation program and how it can help patients with their overall function to restore their quality of life throughout their cancer journey. Watch here</p>

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CPRIT awards $8 million for Greehey Children’s Cancer Research Institute core labs

<p>The Cancer Prevention &#038; Research Institute of Texas (CPRIT) has announced two awards totaling $8 million to support research infrastructure at UT Health San Antonio’s Greehey Children’s Cancer Research Institute, one of only two institutes in the U.S. dedicated solely to pediatric cancer research.</p>

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Lowry Mays remembered for steadfast support of cancer patients

<p>Lowry Mays, who died Monday (Sept. 12, 2022), and his late wife, Peggy, were longtime supporters of the Mays Cancer Center, which is San Antonio’s only National Cancer Institute-Designated Cancer Center and one of four in Texas.</p>

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In Memoriam: Lowry Mays remembered for steadfast support of cancer patients

<p>Contact: Will Sansom, 210-567-2579, sansom@uthscsa.edu SAN ANTONIO (Sept. 13, 2022) — On Jan. 30, 2018, a notable blow was struck against cancer when William L. Henrich, MD, MACP, president of The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio, announced that the Mays Family Foundation was increasing its legacy gift supporting the UT Health [&hellip;]</p>

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Please welcome our newest faculty members joining the Mays Cancer Center.

<p>Brittany Altermatt, ANP Gastrointestinal Oncology and Neuro-oncology   Brittany Altermatt, ANP, joined our medical oncology team as an adult nurse practitioner and will work with our gastrointestinal oncology and neuro-oncology clinics. She brings vast knowledge to the Mays Cancer Center, having had clinical experiences in inpatient and outpatient care, as well as managing multidisciplinary clinical trial [&hellip;]</p>

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