Cancer Care

When someone is diagnosed with cancer, one of the first things a doctor will determine is the stage. Understanding cancer staging is crucial, as it influences your treatment options, prognosis, and recovery plan. At Summit Healthcare’s Cancer Center in Show Low, AZ, patients receive state-of-the-art, personalized cancer care, including advanced chemotherapy and radiation therapy, close to home in […]

A prostate cancer diagnosis and treatment journey can be challenging, and hearing the word “recurrence” can be devastating. Understanding the signs of recurrence, available treatment options, and ways to prevent it can empower you to take control of your health. Summit Healthcare, a not-for-profit organization located in Show Low, AZ, has been serving the White Mountains community

Although we know much more about breast cancer than in decades past, it continues to be a significant health crisis. Many studies show that annual screenings play a vital role in the early detection of breast cancer and can also help improve your long-term prognosis in some cases. Some people avoid getting annual screenings for

Getting regular checkups helps you stay in good health and identify threats to your body early. Cancer screenings become more crucial as we age, and keeping up with them is vital. Among the many cancer screenings to be mindful of, a colorectal cancer screening is easy to forget. While colorectal cancer can fly under the

Skin cancer remains very common across the U.S. The main causes of this type of cancer are UV exposure from the sun and from tanning beds. While you should of course protect your skin when you are out swimming, hiking all day, or enjoying other sun-filled activities, there are also sun protection steps you should

If you have recently received a cancer diagnosis, you may be reading a lot of information regarding the best treatment. While this can be a scary time for patients, it is also a time to make educated decisions regarding your care. With a diagnosis of cancer, many patients are encouraged to consider treatments such as

Breast cancer is a serious cancer that should not be taken lightly. The condition can develop in the breasts of adult women at any age. However, the highest risk starts around the age of 40, which is the point at which doctors will strongly encourage women to have annual mammograms. Mammography is a specialized x-ray