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NCS e-Newsletter November 2011 Sent Monday, November 21, 2011
 

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Meet Belle Piazza, Miss February in the 2012 Colondar null

Belle Piazza, has been a patient of Dr. Miklos Simon since 2007 when she was diagnosed with Stage III rectal cancer at the age of 43.  Belle continues to fight cancer through chemotherapy treatment at Compass Oncology.  "My hope is that by sharing my story, I can help save other families from the pain my friends, my family and I have gone through because of my cancer," said Belle.  "I'm truly thankful for each day and enjoy every moment I'm given."
 
Earlier this year, Belle traveled to New York to be photographed for the 2012 Colondar, produced by national nonprofit The Colon Club, features 13 men and women representing young colon cancer survivors. Each year, models reveal their abdominal scars as a way to represent strength and their shocking journey.
 
To purchase a Colondar, or to read each patient's story, visit www.colondar.com.

nullDr. Ian Schnadig Prostate Cancer Q&A

Dr. Schnadig contributed commonly asked questions and answers about prostate cancer and the risk factors to watch for in the November issue of Portland Family magazine. 
 

Lung Cancer Awareness Month

The best way to prevent lung and other types of cancer is not to smoke.

If you stop smoking, you'll start to reap benefits almost immediately. Within 20 minutes, your heart rate and blood pressure will drop. Smoking, which damages nearly every organ in the human body, is directly linked to nearly 90 percent of lung cancer deaths.  It's also important to eat right, live an active lifestyle, maintain a healthy weight, and know the risk factors for the disease.
 
Symptoms/Risk Factors for Lung Cancer:
  • Hoarseness, wheezing or a cough that doesn't go away
  • Persistent chest pain, often made worse by deep breathing
  • Recurring infections such as bronchitis, pneumonia or tuberculosis Weight loss and loss of appetite
  • Bloody or rust-colored spit or phlegm
  • Shortness of breath
  • All forms of tobacco smoking
  • Exposure to second-hand smoke
  • Family history
  • Previous exposure to asbestos
  • Exposure to radon gas

Speak with your doctor if you have experienced any of the symptoms listed above.

Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Month 

There is no known specific cause of Pancreatic Cancer and it is very difficult to diagnose and detect in its early stage.  Signs and symptoms of pancreatic cancer vary and sometimes do not occur until the disease is in an advanced stage.  
 
The signs and symptoms may include:
  • Upper abdominal pain
  • Lower back pain
  • Yellowing of skin and whites of eyes
  • Loss of appetite
  • Significant loss of weight in the first 30 -60 days
  • Depression
  • Digestive issues
  • Itching

These possible warning signs may be related to other causes and should be evaluated by a physician. If you are experiencing any of these symptoms, please see your doctor.  

SURVIVORSHIP CLASSES

 
Group Zumba
Every Tuesday - 6:00 - 7:00 pm
Compass Oncology Vancouver

Group Yoga and Stretching
Every Monday - 5:30 - 6:30 pm
Compass Oncology Vancouver
 
Group Pilates
First and third Wednesdays 
from 6:15 - 7:15 pm 
 
 
For more information, click here

COMMUNITY EVENTS

 
SAVE THE DATE!
 
Advancements in Breast Cancer Treatment
February 15, 2012
Doubletree Hotel Lloyd Center
1000 NE Multnomah, Portland
 
Join physicians from Compass Oncology for a review of the most recent developments in breast cancer prevention, diagnosis, treatment and the latest clinical trials presented at the San Antonio Breast Cancer Symposium.
 
Free and open to the public.  Space is limited. 
 
To attend, please RSVP by emailing ncs.events@usoncology.com or
call (360) 597-1307. 
 
 


 
  
 
 

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