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Cancer Care Information for Patients & Caregivers in Singapore

Explore articles on cancer care, including diagnosis, treatment, and supportive care in Singapore. These resources provide general information to help patients and caregivers better understand their journey and support discussions with their healthcare team.

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What is Cancer Genetic Testing?
Genetic testing is the use of medical tests to look for certain mutations (changes) in a person’s genes. The results of a genetic test can tell you if you have a higher risk of developing specific diseases, such as cancer. Results of the genetic test may also guide your doctor in how your cancer is treated.  Doctors may recommend genetic testing for people who have certain types of cancers or those who have a family history of certain cancers. 
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How to Prevent Colon Cancer: Tips, Common Spread Sites & Treatment Methods
Learn effective ways to prevent colon cancer, understand common risks, and explore treatment options with OncoCare.
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PSMA PET-CT and Prostate Cancer: What Patients Should Know?
In the past, prostate cancer was difficult to detect and monitor. However, recent advances in medical imaging have made it possible to detect and stage prostate cancer with greater accuracy. PSMA PET-CT is one such modality that has shown great promise in the detection and staging of prostate cancer. Here, we will provide an overview of how PSMA PET-CT works and what patients should know about this important diagnostic tool.
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The Role of PET-CT in Staging Cancer and Guiding Treatment
Virtually every cancer patient worries about the same thing: what stage is my cancer? In other words, how far has the disease progressed and what can be done? Once the cancer stage is known, treatment can be tailored specifically for each individual. 
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Am I At Risk Of Liver Cancer If I Am A Hepatitis C Carrier?
If you are a hepatitis C carrier, you may be wondering if you are also at risk of liver cancer, also commonly known as hepatocellular carcinoma. While the risk of developing liver cancer is higher for those with hepatitis C, not everyone develops liver cancer. There are other risk factors that can increase your chances of hepatocellular carcinoma such as age, lifestyle choices, and genetics. This is why it is important to talk to your doctor if you are a hepatitis C carrier about what steps you can take to reduce your chances of developing this deadly disease. 
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Can Hepatitis B lead to Liver Cancer?
For people with chronic hepatitis B, the fear of developing liver cancer is always looming in the back of their minds. And rightfully so—liver cancer is one of the few cancers that is on the rise and chronic hep B is one of the main risk factors. So, can untreated hepatitis B lead to liver cancer? Let's take a look at the science.
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