ASTROnews

Press Release: Award honors Miami-area cancer survivor who gives back

bethb — Fri, 25 Mar 2011 17:44:00 GMT

March 25, 2011 - The American Society for Radiation Oncology (ASTRO) is looking to recognize a cancer survivor in the Miami area who has dedicated his or her time and energy to help others in the local community. The winner of the Survivor Circle Award...(read more)

Press Release: Smoking during radiation treatments reduces chance of overall survival

bethb — Wed, 16 Feb 2011 16:32:00 GMT

Fairfax, Va., February 16, 2011 - Smokers who continue to smoke while undergoing radiation treatments for head and neck cancer fare significantly worse than those who quit smoking before therapy, according to a study in the February issue of the International...(read more)

ASTROgram: RTanswers posters available

ASTROnews — Sat, 14 Nov 2009 01:33:00 GMT

Offer RTanswers.org as a resource for your patients and their families by ordering RTanswers posters to hang in your waiting room or consultation area. On RTAnswers, patients can download or request free patient brochures and find information on radiation...(read more)

ASTROgram: Redesigned RTanswers Web site launched

ASTROnews — Sat, 14 Nov 2009 01:32:00 GMT

ASTRO's patient Web site www.rtanswers.org has been redesigned to offer more information for cancer patients and their families. The new site is easier to navigate and includes more photos of radiation therapy equipment and the treatment process....(read more)