The Quest Cancer Treatment Blog - Clearview Cancer Institute

Kidney Cancer: Understanding Symptoms and Treatment

20 March 2023BlogClearview Cancer Institute

(March 20, 2023) - Kidney cancer, also known as renal cancer, is a type of cancer that begins in the kidneys. The kidneys are a pair of organs located in the back of the abdomen, near the...

2022 Community Benefit Report Released

15 March 2023BlogClearview Cancer Institute

(March 15, 2023) - Clearview Cancer Institute is committed to providing high quality, innovative and compassionate patient care. It's our honor to care for patients in North Alabama, a...

Need to Know: Colorectal Cancer

06 March 2023BlogClearview Cancer Institute

(March 6, 2023) - Colorectal cancer, also known as colon cancer or rectal cancer, is a type of cancer that affects the colon and rectum, which are part of the large intestine. It is the t...

Local Cancer Care Saves Money, Time and Resources

20 February 2023BlogClearview Cancer Institute

(February 20, 2023) - Clearview Cancer Institute (CCI) offers all the amenities needed in an outpatient cancer setting. With 13 community-based clinics across north Alabama, CCI ...

World Cancer Day: Recognizing the Fight

04 February 2023BlogMelissa Watkins

(February 4, 2023) - Today is World Cancer Day, a global observance that aims to raise awareness about cancer and to encourage its prevention, detection, and treatment. Cancer is a leadin...

Need to Know: Cervical Cancer

27 January 2023Cancer Patient HealthMelissa Watkins

(January 27, 2023) - Cervical cancer is a type of cancer that affects the cervix, which is the lower part of the uterus that connects to the vagina. It is a serious health concern that af...

Cancer Communication: How To Tell People You Have Cancer

17 January 2023BlogRon Williams

(January 17, 2023) - Life as you know it changes when your doctor says three words, “You have cancer.” According to Ron Williams, Coping with Cancer class facilitator at Clearview Cancer ...

Kick the Habit: 5 Tips to Stop Smoking

09 January 2023BlogMelissa Watkins

(January 9, 2023) - If you’re a smoker, we know it’s not easy to quit. Addiction is defined as the “mental and/or emotional dependence on a substance”. Regarding tobacco usage, nicotine is...

social-services-assist-patients-with-needs

Social Services Assists Patients During the Holiday Season

24 December 2022BlogHannah Jones

(December 24, 2022) - At Clearview Cancer Institute, every oncologist has a dedicated social worker focused on educating, advocating for and connecting patients to resources in the clinic and throug...

Signs You Have Lung Cancer

23 December 2022BlogMelissa Watkins

Signs You Have Lung Cancer Lung cancer, both small-cell and non-small-cell, is the second most common type. Cancer of the prostate is more common in men, while cancer of the breast is more common i...

Tests for Lung Cancer

23 December 2022BlogMelissa Watkins

Tests for Lung Cancer Small-cell and non-small cell lung cancer is the second most common type of cancer. Men are more likely to get prostate cancer, while women are more likely to get breast cance...

Medical Oncology Practices Combine to Provide Comprehensive Cancer Care

08 December 2022BlogHannah Jones

December 28, 2022 – Clearview Cancer Institute (CCI) is welcoming two physicians to its team of oncologists in order to enhance services, expand offerings, and be the source of excellent cancer c...

Patients Celebrate Last Cancer Treatment

18 November 2022BlogHannah Jones

(November 18, 2022) - One of the most memorable days on a patient's cancer journey is when they are able to ring the bell - signaling the final day of their treatment. Thank you to our patients a...

Breast Cancer in Men: Is it Possible?

14 November 2022BlogMelissa Watkins

What is Breast Cancer? Breast cancer is cancer that forms in the cells of the breasts. Diagnosis and treatment have had big advancements because of the significant amount of support f...

Cancer Diet: Foods to Eat and Avoid After Diagnosis

14 November 2022Cancer Patient HealthMelissa Watkins

Cancer can affect every part of your health, including how much you eat and what you want to eat. In this blog, we will review why your diet is so important during cancer treatment and tips on foods...

3 Common Reasons for Leukemia in Children

18 October 2022BlogMelissa Watkins

3 Common Reasons for Leukemia in Children Leukemia is the most common type of cancer in children and teens, accounting for almost one-third of all cancers. Acute lymphocytic leukemia, ALL, is the m...

Causes and Risk Factors of Brain Cancer

18 October 2022BlogMelissa Watkins

Brain cancer happens when cells that should not be there grow in your brain. Tumors are made by cancer cells, and depending on the type of tumor, they can grow slowly or quickly. This blog will pro...

Why are Patients with Lung Cancer Living Longer?

21 September 2022BlogMelissa Watkins

Why Are Patients with Lung Cancer Living Longer? Signs and Symptoms of Lung Cancer Most lung cancers don't cause any symptoms until they have spread, but some people with early lung cancer do have...

Prostate Cancer Awareness Month

01 September 2022Cancer Patient HealthCameron Cox

Prostate Cancer Awareness Month (September 1, 2022) - September is Prostate Cancer Awareness Month. Dr. Brett Barlow, oncologist at Clearview Cancer Institute, wanted to give some helpful advice on...

How You Can Support Cancer Patients

24 August 2022BlogMelissa Watkins

How You Can Support Cancer Patients When a loved one is diagnosed with cancer you may have a million questions running through your head. How should I react? What should I say? How can I help? Ther...

Managing Cancer Pain for Better Quality of Life

18 August 2022BlogMelissa Watkins

Managing Cancer Pain for Better Quality of Life Typically, when someone expresses they are having pain, it means they are hurting somewhere. However, this can also mean they just can’t get ...

Patients Celebrate Their Last Cancer Treatment

17 August 2022Cancer Patient HealthCameron Cox

(August 17, 2022) - We're celebrating the end of cancer treatment for these patients! Thank you to our patients and their families for allowing Clearview Cancer Institute to care for you. ...

Welcoming Dr. Brett Barlow to the Shoals

09 August 2022Physician HighlightsCameron Cox

Clearview Cancer Institute welcomes Dr. Barlow and Family to the Shoals (August 2022) - From South Mississippi, to 6 hard working years of medical training at the University of Alabam...

Breast Cancer Survivor Celebrates Diagnosis Anniversary by Giving Back

21 July 2022Community-GivingCameron Cox

Breast Cancer Survivor Celebrates Diagnosis Anniversary by Giving Back (July 2022) - Vicki Jo Sharp is a breast cancer survivor that was diagnosed 10 years ago at Clearview Cancer Institute i...

When is a Sore Throat a Serious Problem? When It’s a Head and Neck Cancer

19 July 2022Blog

When Is a Sore Throat a Serious Problem? When It’s a Head and Neck Cancer Head and neck cancer refers to several types of cancers that affect the head and neck areas of the body. The most common ca...

Cancer Screenings Recommended by Oncologist

07 July 2022Cancer Patient Health

(July 2022)-Cancer screenings are vital to the early detection and prevention of cancer. At Clearview Cancer Institute, we recommend routine screenings for all men and women. Accord...

3 Time Cancer Survivor Reflects on Survivors' Day

22 June 2022Cancer Patient HealthMelissa Watkins

(June 2022)-Pam Malone, a three-time cancer survivor, says Survivors' Day at Clearview Cancer Institute is a celebratory day, as she reflects on her cancer journeys. Dr. Marshall Schreeder ...

Why You Should Get Tested for the Breast Cancer Gene

14 June 2022Cancer Patient HealthMelissa Watkins

Why You Should Tested For The Breast Cancer Gene Breast cancer is a type of cancer that starts in the breast and can be in one or both breasts. The breast is an organ that sits on t...

Volunteers Honored for Years of Service

06 June 2022Community-GivingMelissa Watkins

(June 1, 2022)-Volunteers are valued members of the Clearview Cancer Institute team! In the past year, CCI volunteers have willingly stepped up to make sure all staff and patients are well ...

CCI Celebrates Survivors

31 May 2022Community-GivingMelissa Watkins

(May 31, 2022)-Clearview Cancer Institute is celebrating our survivors throughout the months of June and July. This event will be a drive-through celebration for patients in Huntsville, Decatur, Jaspe...

CCI Clinical Trials Team Serves Cancer Patients Near, Far

20 May 2022Cancer Patient HealthMelissa Watkins

(May 20, 2022)-The team at Clearview Cancer Institute has been involved in cancer research for more than three decades. We have a department dedicated to research and clinical trials. Our ...

Patients Celebrate Last Cancer Treatment

14 May 2022Cancer Patient HealthMelissa Watkins

(May 14, 2022)-We're celebrating the end of cancer treatment for these patients! Thank you to our patients and their families for allowing Clearview Cancer Institute to care for you. &nbs...

Dr. Conry Talks Sun Sense

04 May 2022Cancer Patient HealthMelissa Watkins

(May 5, 2022)- May is Skin Cancer Awareness month, so Dr. Robert Conry, Dr. Robert Conry, oncologist at the Clearview Cancer Institute Anniston location, offered tips about how to use your...

Patients Celebrate Last Cancer Treatment

27 April 2022Cancer Patient HealthMelissa Watkins

Patients Celebrate Last Cancer Treatment (April 27, 2022)-One of the most memorable days on a patient's cancer journey is when they are able to ring the bell - signaling the final day of their treatm...

Saved by the Scan

07 April 2022Cancer Patient HealthMelissa Watkins

(April 7, 2022)-Since 2013, Clearview Cancer Insitute has screened thousands of patients for early signs of lung cancer. Of those scanned at CCI: 108 patients have been diagnosed with lung cancer ...

Nutrition After a Cancer Diagnosis

17 March 2022Cancer Patient HealthMelissa Watkins

Nutrition After a Cancer Diagnosis (March 17, 2022)- Oftentimes, patients ask about healthy nutrition once they receive a cancer diagnosis. Shannon Shaver, Clearview Cancer Institute nurse, re...

Colon Cancer Patient Advocates for Screenings

10 March 2022Cancer Patient HealthMelissa Watkins

(March 2022)-Doctor visits and regular screenings are something Gary Daughdrill never made a priority. It wasn't until Gary's colon cancer diagnosis that he realized just how life saving regularly sch...

Social services assists thousands of patients with needs

21 February 2022Cancer Patient HealthMelissa Watkins

(February 21, 2022)-At Clearview Cancer Institute, we’re honored to provide cancer care that extends far beyond the treatment plan. In 2021, CCI facilitated more than $3.4 million in savings for...

CCI offers genetic counseling prior to genetic testing

22 January 2022Cancer Patient HealthMelissa Watkins

(January 22, 2022)-Clearview Cancer Institute is North Alabama’s only cancer treatment facility that offers genetic counseling to determine if genetic testing is right for patients. A genet...

Patient's perspective: What to bring to chemotherapy

15 November 2021Cancer Patient HealthJordan Moore

(November 2021)-It can be an overwhelming process as you prepare for your first chemotherapy appointment. What do you pack? What should you leave at home? Stefanie Greenleaf is both a patient a...

Clearview Cancer Institute welcomes Dr. Miriovsky to Huntsville

26 October 2021Physician HighlightsJordan Moore

(October 2021) - Dr. Ben Miriovsky and his family are excited for a new adventure in Huntsville, Alabama after moving more than 2,300 miles from Bend, Oregon. Dr. Miriovsky has joined our team of hig...

Dr. Kingsley returns to CCI, excited to work in the Shoals

22 October 2021Physician HighlightsJordan Moore

(October 2021)-Dr. Daniel Kingsley and his family are excited to return to Alabama after being away for several years. Dr. Kingsley previously worked at Clearview Cancer Institute's Huntsville locati...

Discussing hereditary cancer risk with Clearview genetic counselor Laura Moreno

12 October 2021Cancer Patient HealthLaura Moreno

(Oct 2021) - It's Hispanic Heritage Month! When we think about this month, the first word that comes to our mind is the word 'Family'. Our genetic counselo...

Early detection improves breast cancer odds

12 October 2021Cancer Patient HealthRebecca Sallee, Redstone Rocket

Early detection improves breast cancer odds (Oct 2021) - Dr. Jorge Diaz, a hematologist and oncologist at Clearview Cancer Institute in Huntsville says the best news on the subject of breast cancer i...

CCI oncologist discusses advancements in treating breast cancer

12 October 2021Cancer Patient HealthJonathan Stinson, Redstone Rocket

CCI oncologist discusses advancements in treating breast cancer (Oct 2021) -The medical community’s treatments and understanding of breast cancer continues to improve. Dr. Kanth Katragadda is a...

CCI nurse offers hope, peace and strength for breast cancer patients

12 October 2021Cancer Patient HealthOlivia Parsons

CCI nurse offers hope, peace and strength for breast cancer patients (Oct 2021) - As an oncology nurse, Breast Cancer Awareness Month has a different meaning for me. Breast cancer awareness is ...

Volunteer Spotlight: Terry Easterly discovers passion for pottery after cancer diagnosis

23 August 2021Community-GivingJordan Moore

Volunteer Spotlight: Terry Easterly discovers passion for pottery after cancer diagnosis (August 2021) - Terry Easterly is in his eighth year of treatment for esophageal cancer at Clearvi...

Volunteer Spotlight: Grandmother, granddaughter volunteer as a team

22 July 2021Community-GivingJordan Moore

(July 2021)- If you've seen Susan Beck volunteering at our main campus in Huntsville, it's likely her granddaughter Brenna wasn't too far behind. The two have walked through the front doors of ...

Welcoming Dr. Heather Brody to the Shoals

22 July 2021Physician HighlightsJordan Moore

Welcoming Dr. Heather Brody to the Shoals (July 2021)- Clearview Cancer Institute proudly welcomed Dr. Heather Brody to the Shoals in July. Following her residency, Dr. Brody completed a fellows...

Volunteer Spotlight: Ozella Stewart

21 July 2021Community-GivingJordan Moore

Volunteer Spotlight: Ozella Stewart (July 2021)- Ozella Stewart may be the oldest volunteer at Clearview Cancer Institute's Decatur clinic, but she is by far the quickest. At 92 years old, Ozella has...

The Power of Poetry: Carey Link puts pen to paper throughout cancer journey

08 July 2021Patient StoriesJordan Moore

Carey Link puts pen to paper throughout cancer journey (June 2021) - Carey Link has been writing poetry since she was a teenager, but her words would become even more signifi...

A smile and a yellow Lamborghini: Brian Land offering rides for cancer patients

24 May 2021Patient StoriesJordan Moore

Brian Land offering rides for cancer patients While people often hope to one day purchase their dream car, Brian Land of Huntsville recently made it a reality. Not only did Brian purchase a Lamborghi...

Inspiring Hope: Shannon Gray creates running club for cancer survivors

20 May 2021Patient StoriesJordan Moore

Shannon Gray creates running club for cancer survivors Shannon Gray has been documenting her fight with breast cancer for years on social media through her Instagram account and even recently began t...