It’s Not all Physical: Cancer and its Psychological Effects
Cancer can have a significant psychological impact, especially during the treatment process; the effects of cancer are not simply physical. At Hunter Valley Oncology, we are determined to provide support in all areas of cancer treatment to
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Exercise and Cancer: Embracing Holistic Care
Experiencing cancer can be a life-altering event, and millions of people are affected by this disease worldwide. As medical professionals seek to better the health of cancer patients through providing treatments including chemotherapy, radiation
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Closing the Care Gap with World Cancer Day
World Cancer Day is an international initiative held on February 4th which aims to raise awareness of cancer and to encourage its prevention, detection and treatment. This movement is facilitated by the Union for International Cancer Control
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October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month
Breast Cancer Awareness Month is an annual breast health campaign inspired to raise awareness of breast cancer, with the aim to raise money for increased research on the causes of breast cancer, and to better prevent, treat, diagnose, and cure
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New Cancer Centre at Maitland Private Hospital
Maitland Integrated Cancer Services brings fully comprehensive cancer care to the Hunter Valley. With a shared vision of providing rural communities with equal access to cancer care that rivals any metro city across the globe, our team at Hunter
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Busting Cancer Myths
The internet and social media are wonderful modern-day inventions. They are great sources of information – when used correctly, they can enrich the lives of the people who use them. Unfortunately, they are also rife with misinformation, lies,
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What to Expect from Your First Appointment
At Hunter Valley Oncology, we understand that a cancer diagnosis can be a confronting and life-changing discovery for both you and those around you. That’s why we strive to provide support and care throughout your entire course of treatment.
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At Hunter Valley Oncology, we pride ourselves on our ability to support local cancer sufferers from our treatment centre locations in Hunter Valley, Newcastle, and now Maitland. Our new location at Maitland Private Hospital’s new day oncology
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How COVID-19 is affecting cancer treatment and patients
The current COVID-19 situation has created a lot of uncertainty, and this can be especially difficult for cancer patients. To help provide guidance at this time, we have answered some key questions about how COVID-19 can impact your health
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Waiting for Chemotherapy
The Hunter Valley region has one of the longest wait times for chemotherapy in the country, largely due to the area’s lack of resources. Local professionals, including Hunter Valley Oncology’s Dr Rob Paterson, are working hard to cut wait times
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