September Is Gynecological Cancer Awareness Month Although breast cancer is more common, gynecologic cancers impact many women each year, with doctors diagnosing nearly 100,000 cases annually in the U.S. Unfortunately, there is no way to know who will develop these cancers, so it is crucial for women to have regular checkups. September is Gynecological Cancer…

Melanoma is the fastest growing cancer in the U.S. and around the globe. Melanoma may not be the most common type of skin cancer, but it is very serious, as it spreads at a rapid rate. This cancer occurs when pigment-producing cells called melanocytes mutate and become malignant, a process usually helped along by UV…

Cancer research is an ongoing event, which is good because the more we think we understand about cancer the less we actually do. Cancer is always evolving and, more frustratingly, new types are always arising. The healthcare industry and society as a whole rely on researchers’ findings to devise effective cancer treatments such as those…

As your trusted Orange County cancer treatment center, Orange County CyberKnife strives to help arm you with the facts about cancer. The more you understand cancer and its associated risk factors, the better you can prevent a cancer diagnosis from popping up in your future. Because March is Colorectal Cancer Month, the team at OC…

According to the American Cancer Society, it is estimated that there will be 1,762,450 new cancer diagnoses in 2019 — and an estimated 606,880 cancer deaths. While these figures are pretty staggering, it’s important to remember there are measures you can take to prevent cancer, and with today’s advancements in technology, cancer doesn’t have the…

How To Do a Skin Cancer Check At Orange County CyberKnife, we’re proud to provide a wide range of world-class cancer treatments from our state-of-the-art radiation therapy clinic, including the industry-leading CyberKnife treatment. However, in addition to cancer treatment, we strive to help the Orange County community prevent cancer as well – and performing regular…

Will Tattoos Cause Skin Cancer? Tattoos are more socially acceptable and popular than ever. While some sub-standard tattoo shops pose a risk of infections or other problems, the vast majority of tattoo parlors are reputable, high-quality businesses, making tattoos easy and safe to get. But if you’re considering a tattoo, you may be asking yourself:…

Bladder Cancer Awareness Month It’s a special month for us here at Orange County CyberKnife: May is Bladder Cancer Awareness Month, and this cause is vitally important. While industry-leading cancer treatments like CyberKnife can help provide a better chance than ever at beating cancer, the best way to fight cancer is still through education, prevention,…

Melanoma & Skin Cancer Awareness Month What’s the most common form of cancer? It’s not breast cancer. It’s not prostate cancer. In fact, it doesn’t occur inside the body at all! Without question, the most common form of cancer for both men and women is skin cancer – and May is Melanoma & Skin Cancer…

Brain Cancer Awareness Month At Orange County CyberKnife, we’re proud to offer world-class CyberKnife treatment to patients throughout the greater Orange County and Los Angeles areas. We treat a wide range of cancerous conditions, including brain cancer – which makes May a particularly special month for us. May is National Brain Cancer Awareness Month, and…