Doctor's Blog
Cancer and Nutrition: Eating Well in the Heat of Summer
Good nutrition is essential during cancer treatment, and summer offers a bounty of seasonal foods that can help you feel your best. Fresh fruits, vegetables, and hydrating meals not only support your immune system but also help manage treatment side effects.
Understanding Bone and Soft Tissue Sarcomas
July is Sarcoma and Bone Cancer Awareness Month—a time to shed light on a group of rare but serious cancers that often go unnoticed. While they make up only about 1% of all adult cancers, sarcomas can affect anyone at any age, and early detection can make a significant difference.
Hydration and Healing: Staying Well During Summer Cancer Treatment
Summer brings sunshine, warmth, and outdoor fun—but for those undergoing cancer treatment, it also brings added challenges. Heat and humidity can increase the risk of dehydration, especially when combined with side effects from chemotherapy, radiation, or medications.
National Cancer Survivors Month—Celebrating Strength and Resilience
June is National Cancer Survivors Month—a time to celebrate those who have faced cancer and come through with courage, hope, and determination. It’s also a moment to recognize the caregivers, providers, and loved ones who stand beside them.
Brain Cancer Symptoms, Causes & Types – What Patients Should Know
Being diagnosed with brain cancer can feel overwhelming, but treatment has come a long way. Depending on the type, size, location, and whether the tumor is benign or malignant, your care team will develop a personalized plan to provide the best chance for recovery and quality of life.
Brain Cancer Awareness—Know the Signs, Share the Facts
Brain Cancer Awareness is about more than a diagnosis—it’s about education, early detection, and support for those impacted. Although brain cancer is relatively rare, it can be life-altering. Raising awareness helps ensure symptoms aren’t ignored and encourages people to seek timely care.
Understanding Bladder Cancer: Signs, Risks, and When to Seek Help
Bladder cancer is one of the most common cancers in the United States, particularly affecting older adults and more frequently diagnosed in men than women. As with many cancers, early detection can significantly improve outcomes, which makes awareness of symptoms and risk factors critically important.
Understanding Your Options: Skin Cancer Treatment Paths
Being diagnosed with skin cancer can be overwhelming—but the good news is that skin cancer is often highly treatable, especially when caught early. There are several effective treatment options, and the best approach depends on the type, location, and stage of your cancer, as well as your overall health.
Protect Your Skin — Prevention Tips for Skin Cancer
Sunshine is good for the soul, but too much can damage your skin and increase your risk of skin cancer. The good news? Most skin cancers are preventable with a few smart habits.
Breast Cancer: The Importance of Early Detection and Care
Breast cancer is one of the most common cancers affecting individuals worldwide, yet advancements in screening and treatment continue to improve outcomes and save lives. Understanding what breast cancer is, how it is detected, and what treatment options are available can empower individuals to take an active role in their health.
Advancing Women’s Health in Cancer Care: Prevention, Early Detection, and Personalized Treatment
Women’s health is complex, evolving, and deeply personal especially when it comes to cancer. From breast and ovarian cancers to cervical, uterine, and colorectal cancers, women face a range of risks that require specialized knowledge, compassionate care, and coordinated support. We are dedicated to providing comprehensive, patient-centered care designed specifically for women at every stage of life.
Relay for Life
cCARE is proud to sponsor the American Cancer Society’s Relay for Life in Carlsbad, CA on August 22-23. This year’s event holds special meaning for our cCARE family. Alicia Shell, cCARE’s Vice President of Operations, and her family have created a team in memory of her husband, Matt Shell, who courageously battled lung cancer and passed away on May 29, 2026.
Prostate Health: What Every Man Should Know
Prostate health is a vital yet often overlooked aspect of men’s overall well-being. As men age, the prostate, a small gland located below the bladder, can become more susceptible to conditions such as benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), prostatitis, and prostate cancer. Understanding the importance of prevention, early detection, and healthy habits can empower individuals to take proactive steps toward long-term health.
Prostate Cancer: Understanding Risk and Screening
Learn about prostate cancer risks, symptoms, and when to get screened.
Rise and Shine: Survivorship to Thrivership Event Highlights
We were honored to welcome over 200 attendees to our Rise and Shine: Survivorship to Thrivership event. This Celebration of Life brought together patients, caregivers, families, and friends to connect, access resources, and support one another, no matter where they are in their cancer journey.
Breast Cancer Awareness: Signs, Screening, and Early Detection
Learn the signs of breast cancer, the importance of screening, and how early detection can improve outcomes.
Breast Care at cCARE: What Patients Should Know
At cCARE, we are proud to provide Breast Cancer cancer care. May is a time for awareness, education, and prevention. Learn more about our approach by reading our latest blog.
Compassionate Care at cCARE: What Patients Should Know
At cCARE, we are proud to provide trusted cancer care in our community. May is a time for awareness, education, and prevention. Learn more about our approach by reading our latest blog.
Why Follow-Up Matters
Follow-up appointments are an important part of staying healthy. Whether you’re managing a condition, monitoring progress, or simply keeping up with routine care, these visits help your healthcare team make sure everything is on track.