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Latest Videos

Medical Rounds: Important To Get Mammograms and Screenings

Medical Rounds, with Alvaro Menendez, MD, Hartford HealthCare (HHC) Cancer Institute Breast Program, about cancer diagnosis being impacted by the pandemic, people delaying testing or seeking care. Encouraging people not to delay and come in for diagnosis and treatment.

No One Fights Alone Cancer Symposium

No One Fights Alone, about a local woman who was diagnosed with breast cancer and got a mastectomy, but then was also diagnosed with pancreatic cancer. She is raising awareness and money for Jill's Baskets, gift baskets with items that helped her after her mastectomy, symposium and fundraiser coming up on June 8.

Cancer Drug Shortages

Learn important information about cancer drug shortages — and what you can do.

Latest News

October 02, 2025

Could Your Workout Routine Protect You From Cancer?

We all know exercise is good for your heart, your weight and even your mood. But could your daily workout [...]

September 09, 2025

5 Ways To Strengthen Your Immune System After Cancer Treatment

Finishing cancer treatment is a big step – but your immune system still needs time to recover. “Treatments like chemotherapy, [...]

September 01, 2025

3 Causes of Prostate Cancer

Prostate cancer is one of the most common cancers in men – and it can affect everything from how you [...]

August 19, 2025

Celebrate Life: Honoring Cancer Survivors and Caregivers Across Connecticut

Hartford HealthCare Cancer Institute is hosting a statewide Celebrate Life event to celebrate the strength, resilience and hope of cancer [...]

August 12, 2025

5 Causes of Pancreatitis

Your pancreas may not get much attention, but it plays a big role behind the scenes – helping you digest [...]

August 09, 2025

5 Best Foods for Cancer Survivors

After cancer, you’re ready to heal. And one powerful way to support your recover is by putting the right food [...]

Popular Events

Monday, Oct 13, 2025, 4:00PM - 5:00PM

On Site: Yoga for Survivors

A gentle yoga class led by a certified Y4C yoga instructor. Please wear comfortable clothing. Mats will be provided. Registration and [...]

Monday, Oct 13, 2025, 4:00PM - 5:00PM

On Site: Yoga for Survivors

A gentle yoga class led by a certified Y4C yoga instructor. Please wear comfortable clothing. Mats will be provided. Registration and [...]

Monday, Oct 13, 2025, 6:30PM - 9:00PM

Webinar: Zentangle

Zentangle is a method of creating abstract art through structured patterns. Like yoga and meditation, the relaxed focus of Zentangle [...]

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