Cancer Care

Find information and inspiration here. Many people will face some type of cancer during their lifetime. And today, more of them than ever before are becoming survivors. Learn about the latest cancer treatments, technologies, research advancements and supportive care.

Patient Story

One mom, one son, two cancers

Elizabeth and Grant Pratt battle cancer, together, as a family.

Patient Story

‘We feel so blessed’

A Make-A-Wish celebration puts a spotlight on a 3-year-old who will soon go to Walt Disney World with his family.

Patient Story

Sweet rewards

An 11-year-old leukemia survivor is all smiles as she meets her hero, celebrity chef and "Pioneer Woman" Ree Drummond.

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Three hearts beat as one

Heartbeat recording creates keepsake for cancer patient and her family. The music therapy program is funded through generous donations to the Spectrum Health Foundation. To refer an oncology patient for a heartbeat recording, please call 616.486.7007.

Patient Story

‘Every day counts’

For glioblastoma patient Tim Scheidel and his family, spending time together is the top priority.

Patient Story

Three hearts beat as one

Heartbeat recording creates keepsake for cancer patient and her family.

Even light drinking may raise your cancer risk

Maybe you should skip that glass of wine tonight, because any amount of imbibing appears to have a negative effect.

Patient Story

In sickness, and in health…

Sally and Greg Brown have shared 33 years of marriage. Now, they share cancer.

Ovarian cancer’s origin studied

Findings may lead to better tests that could catch the disease earlier.

Patient Story

Breast cancer survivor: Be your best advocate

Community members gather for the fifth annual Candid Conversations event, where Emmy Rickert urges, "Love life ... choose joy."

Patient Story

‘It looks and feels like a normal bra’

Breast cancer survivors who suffer from cold breasts after reconstruction surgery may soon have a new solution—the thermal bra.

Patient Story

‘Beauty in the battle’

Emily Rickert lost a loved one to breast cancer. Two weeks later, at age 24, she was diagnosed.