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Salem Health Cancer Institute is the collaborative alliance bringing the many providers, practices, and services across the continuum of cancer care together to provide the best possible experience and outcome for our patients and their families.

Salem Health Cancer Institute works with primary and specialty practices across the mid-Willamette valley to bring the highest level of cancer care to our community. This means if you or a family member are facing a cancer diagnosis, you can rest assured knowing that a group of multidisciplinary providers are working together to decide on the best course of treatment and supportive care.

At Salem Health Cancer Institute, we realize a new cancer diagnosis brings a mix of emotions, questions and uncertainty that may be overwhelming. We are here for you and your family, providing free support services and communicating with your providers, to assure continuity in your overall care. Our support team includes:

• Nurse navigators
• Oncology counselor
• Resource coordinator
• Registered dietitian
• Peer support volunteers
  

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Regular screening tests are the cornerstone of modern cancer prevention. While some tests can be unpleasant, they all have the potential to save lives. Screening tests can detect cancer in people who have no symptoms. They provide the best chance of finding cancer as early as possible.

At Salem Health Cancer Institute, we specialize in hope. Together, our team of multi-disciplinary providers create a treatment plan unique to each patient. And they use a wide variety of tools in the battle against cancer.

We want to prepare you for whatever treatment path you take. Part of that preparation is knowing the different types of available cancer treatment.

Don’t hesitate to ask your doctor any question. If something is troubling you, it's worth discussing. We have a support team to help you navigate your care.

Before appointments, you may find it useful to write down your questions so you won't forget what you want to ask. Take notes or ask whether you may use a voice recorder. You may also want to ask a family member or friend to join you.

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Normally, a healthy diet includes eating lots of fruits and vegetables and limiting fat and sugar. But nutrition is often different during cancer treatment.

To strengthen your body, you may need to increase calories and protein in your diet. Our dietitian can advise you on ways to avoid some side effects of treatment, such as nausea and constipation.

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At Salem Health Cancer Institute, we realize a new cancer diagnosis brings a mix of emotions, questions and uncertainty that may be overwhelming. Our team is here for you and your family, providing free support services. We communicate with your providers, ensuring continuity in your care. We can also help connect you to the resources you need, both at Salem Health and in the community.

Contact us at 503-814-1449 option 5 or cancer.institute@salemhealth.org.

As we all face uncertainty and changes to everyday life during the COVID-19 pandemic, we realize there are fears and worries specific to cancer survivors. There are many resources available online to provide information and support for cancer survivors and caregivers during this time.

• Coronavirus, cancer and COVID-19
• COVID-19 and cancer

This video features information from surgeon, Patricia Luckeroth, MD, FACS, Breast Care Center medical director and Nancy Ledbetter, CNS, AGN-BC, cancer genetics nurse specialist.

Besides skin cancer, breast cancer is the most commonly diagnosed cancer among American women.

In this video, Dr. Luckeroth discusses family history, breast density, genetic testing, screening guidelines, breast cancer risk and modifiable risk factors.

Your nutrition matters! A healthy eating pattern can help you feel your best. Learn more about balanced nutrition to keep your body strong during and after treatment in our recorded class, What Can I Eat?

If you have more questions after watching this video, you can sign up for a live question and answer session with our registered dietitian. To register, email us at cancer.institute@salemhealth.org.

Our providers are experts in their fields, and collectively, treat nearly every type of cancer. They work hand-in-hand as a team to develop your treatment plan and ensure that each treatment is given accurately. Your providers will monitor your progress, adjust the treatment as necessary and keep you updated every step of the way.

We are committed to compassionate, ethical and leading-edge cancer care.