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Cervical Cancer Awareness: Prevention, Screening, and Hope Cervical Cancer Awareness.jpg January 2026 | Cervical Cancer Awareness Month ● Teal and White Ribbon ● | Symbol of Cervical Cancer Awareness During Cervical Cancer Awareness Month, we focus on one of the most preventable yet persistently prevalent cancers affecting women worldwide. At Oncology Insights Hub, we believe that knowledge is the first line of defense against cervical cancer—a disease that claims over 300,000 lives annually, despite having effective prevention and early detection methods. Key Fact Cervical cancer is the fourth most common cancer in women globally, but with proper screening and vaccination, it could become a rare disease. Understanding Cervical Cancer Cervical cancer develops in the cervix—the low...

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Understanding Head and Neck Cancers A comprehensive guide to types, symptoms, risk factors, diagnosis, treatment options, and prevention strategies for head and neck cancers. Medical Oncology Updated: June 2023 Read time: 8-10 minutes What Are Head and Neck Cancers? Image showing common sites: oral cavity, throat, voice box, salivary glands Common sites for head and neck cancers include the mouth, throat, voice box, and salivary glands. ...

Radiation Burns Week-by-Week Timeline What to expect during and after radiation therapy treatment Medical reference guide • Updated 2026 Important: Every patient reacts differently based on radiation dose, treatment site, skin type, and individual factors. This timeline represents typical progression for most patients, but your experience may vary. Always follow your medical team's specific instructions. Week 0-1 Week 2-3 Week 4-5 Week 6-8 Week 8+ Radiation Skin Reaction Severity Scale Grade 1 (Mild)                Fain...

Radiation Therapy for Breast Cancer: Modern Techniques Explained (2025) Breast cancer is one of the most common cancers in women, but thanks to early detection and advanced treatments, survival rates continue to improve dramatically. Radiation therapy plays a key role after surgery (lumpectomy or mastectomy) by destroying any remaining microscopic cancer cells and reducing the risk of local recurrence. Why Radiation After Breast Surgery? • After lumpectomy: Radiation is standard and reduces recurrence risk in the breast by up to 70% • After mastectomy: Recommended if the tumor was large, lymph nodes were involved, or margins were close • Proven to give the same survival as mastectomy when combined with lumpectomy How Modern Breast Radiation Works – Step by Step 1. Simulation       You lie on a CT scanner table in the exact treatment position. Small tattoo marks or skin markers are placed for daily alignment. A custom mold or breast board may be made for comfort and r...

google-site-verification: google7ecaa24efed38e50.html  When someone says “oesophageal cancer,” it can feel like the ground disappears beneath you. The oesophagus—that quiet, muscular tube that carries food from your throat to your stomach—suddenly becomes the centre of worry, appointments, and big decisions. I’ve written this post to help you make sense of it all. Whether you’ve just heard the words “you have cancer,” you’re supporting a loved one, or you’re simply trying to understand the disease, here’s what you need to know—clearly, honestly, and without sugar-coating. What is oesophageal cancer? Oesophageal cancer starts when cells in the lining of the oesophagus grow out of control. There are two main types: Squamous cell carcinoma – more common in the upper and middle oesophagus. Strongly linked to smoking and heavy alcohol use. Adenocarcinoma – usually found in the lower oesophagus near the stomach. The biggest risk factor is long-term acid reflux (GERD) that leads to Barret...