Rheumatoid arthritis, or RA, is an inflammatory autoimmune disease, meaning the patient’s immune system attacks healthy cells in the body by mistake. This causes inflammation and painful swelling [...]
Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a disease affecting the brain and spinal cord. Although the exact cause is unknown, it is considered to be an autoimmune disease. While research into better treatment [...]
In June, we celebrate not only Father’s Day but also National Men’s Health Awareness Month. During this month, we aim to spread awareness of preventable health problems and encourage [...]
May is Lupus Awareness Month, so we’re sharing facts about this disease that commonly goes undiagnosed. According to the Lupus Foundation of America, up to 1.5 million people in the U.S. may be [...]
It may be challenging to know what to say to a friend or family member with cancer. You want them to know how much you care and support them, but finding the right words can be hard. Cancer is [...]
You may think there is an easy fix after being diagnosed with iron deficiency, with or without anemia. “I’ll just take some iron tabs and be fine!” Although this is true for some people with an [...]
As a golf touring pro, Steve Sewell has lived all over the world, consulting on every aspect of golf. One of his highlights was living in Egypt where he worked on golf properties before moving [...]
Thanks to modern advancements in infusion therapy, patients with serious illnesses can be successfully treated intravenously (into the vein) or subcutaneously (under the skin). When a patient’s [...]
We want to wish all our patients happy holidays. No matter what you celebrate at this time of year, we hope you have a restful and warm holiday season. Personalized Hematology-Oncology of Wake [...]
When you’re undergoing or completing cancer treatment, it’s important to take care of your emotional and physical needs along the way. Cancer can bring up a lot of stressful emotions [...]
