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News in 2014

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Buddy system provides one-on-one support for UCI Health cancer patients

Bob Griffith, coordinator of the Buddy System and a stage IV melanoma survivor
May 29, 2014
A cancer diagnosis is life-changing. UCI Health volunteers, all cancer survivors, provide one-on-one support for newly diagnosed patients at the...

Beating the odds against stage IV melanoma

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May 29, 2014
Bob Griffith came to the UCI Health Melanoma Center with late-stage skin cancer. After years of grueling treatment, the melanoma survivor is...

Proper use of sunscreen can help prevent skin cancer

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May 23, 2014
UCI Health expert offer tips about the most effective way to use sunscreen to reduce your chances of getting skin cancer. UCI Health wants to...

I have many moles, do I need to check each for melanoma?

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May 19, 2014
The UCI Health pigmented lesion program monitors people at high-risk for dermatological cancers, including those with abnormal moles and suspicious...

Is my mole suspicious? When should I be concerned?

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May 16, 2014
UCI Health experts describe when to be concerned about moles. Improve your chances of living a long and healthy life: Know your skin cancer risks...

Are there different types of skin cancer and are they all deadly?

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May 13, 2014
UCI Health experts say understanding the three main types of skin cancer may improve your chances of avoiding them.

Pancreatic cancer diagnosis doesn't deter pregnant patient or UCI Health experts

May 09, 2014
IN THE NEWS: KABC health reporter Denise Dador highlights the heroic efforts of UCI Health experts to care for an expectant mother who discovered...

Gala attracts record $1.6 million in community support for cancer research and patient care

May 08, 2014
Community and business leaders attending the UCI Health gala, “Healers & Heroes,” on April 26 proved to be the evening’s...

TV report highlights oncology massage for patients

May 08, 2014
KABC-TV 7 highlights a support program to give special massages to chemotherapy patients at the Chao Family Comprehensive Cancer Center. Volunteers...

Minimize skin cancer risk in sunny Southern California

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May 08, 2014
UC Irvine experts say it is possible to enjoy the sunny outdoors in Southern California as long as you take precautions. May is Melanoma and Skin...