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It’s National Nurses’ Week, an annual celebration to recognize and show gratitude for the tremendous care nurses provide to patients and families. As workers who perform the most essential healthcare tasks, nurses serve as the first point of contact for most patients. National Nurses’ Week honors their contributions and reminds us to thank our nurses who serve the patients in our community with compassionate care. Thank you for all you do! #NationalNursesWeek #ThankANurse

Before you put on your Kentucky Derby hat and reach for your mint julep, check out what inspired this cancer survivor to name his race horse CyberKnife after the powerful cancer-fighting tool. We are rooting for you, #CyberKnife!

Happy #FathersDay to all the great dads out there! One way to show #Dad you care today is to ask him if he knows his numbers. Health stats such as blood pressure, cholesterol, and body mass index can tell men a lot about their health and their risk for certain diseases. This Father's Day, encourage dad to take control of his health and know his numbers to these five health stats. http://ow.ly/NyCH50Fevjn #MensHealthMonth

Nearly 17 million people live with and beyond cancer in the United States. National Cancer Survivors Day is a celebration for those who have survived, an inspiration for those recently diagnosed, and an outreach of support to families and communities impacted by cancer. Today we encourage everyone to take time to learn more about #NCSD2021 and join us to increase awareness of the challenges survivors face: http://ow.ly/xaoV50F3W2V. #CelebrateLife

Grade I #Meningiomas are slow-growing and are the most common type of #BrainTumor. Even if 90% are benign or non-cancerous, they can sometimes cause serious symptoms. This #BrainTumorAwarenessMonth, discover more interesting stats about #BrainTumors and information about CyberKnife treatment by checking out this infographic from Accuray: http://ow.ly/XB5c50EWak1

#CyberKnife #SRS has been proven precise and effective for a broad range of neurological indications including brain, spinal tumors, meningioma, acoustic neuroma, pituitary adenomas, vascular malformations, and other functional disorders. Read more and find additional resources about the demonstrated clinical benefits of CyberKnife treatment here: https://cyberknife.com/brain-tumors/

To mothers who go the extra mile, practice selflessness, and love no matter the circumstance, we thank you. Thank you for the tireless work you continue to do for others and the valuable lessons you’ve always taught us! Happy #MothersDay! #humankindness

Although large numbers of cancer survivors exist in every community, there is a significant gap in knowledge about best practices to help patients from minority communities thrive after cancer. In this CDC interview, a researcher explains why hopefulness, mental health, and wellness counseling are important for young Asian American #cancer survivors. #CelebrateDiversityMonth

It’s #NationalDoctorsDay! On this day, and every day, we can’t thank our physicians enough for their devotion, selflessness, and commitment to our patients and community.

A phase 3 randomized clinical trial suggests that a type of radiation therapy called stereotactic radiosurgery (SRS), the same kind of radiation therapy delivered using CyberKnife, should be the standard of care for treating patients in whom cancer has metastasized, or spread, to four or more sites in the brain. #metastaticbreastcancer #BrainCancer

Healthy lifestyles choices, vaccines, and screenings find out what you can do to prevent cancer this #CancerPreventionMonth from the CDC: http://ow.ly/Z6dn50DE9gE

On United Nations's #WomenInScienceDay, we are proud to celebrate the incredible women who make up our team and all women and girls in science who are changing the world each and every day!

Today and every day our team is using their knowledge, training, and advanced technology to take action against cancer. For #WorldCancerDay2021, we use our voices to help raise awareness about the powerful role we each play in reducing the global impact of cancer. #IAmIWill

1 in 5 Veterans will develop prostate cancer in their lifetime. Find more information about the increased prostate cancer risk Veterans face from at ZERO - The End of Prostate Cancer here: http://ow.ly/kkoy50DdXgK

Yoga is a low-impact form of exercise that is adaptable to the needs of patients, easily allows caregivers to join in and has a strong emphasis on breathing. Learn more about how yoga may benefit lung cancer patients and caregivers: http://ht.ly/p8Rp30rseDT

After collapsing at work, Judy Magnusen was diagnosed with several brain lesions. Watch Judy share her journey and learn how Dr. Geng and the experts at San Francisco CyberKnife are using the precision of the CyberKnife system to non-invasively treat Judy’s tumors and protect her quality of life.

This #CancerScreenWeek, learn more about the potentially life saving benefits of cancer screening here: http://ow.ly/oQLK50CIhvL

Cancer impacts all areas of your life, including your relationships. Here are some great tips for managing interpersonal relationships after a cancer diagnosis: http://ht.ly/5pPi30rnSqv

Preparing for the holidays? With #COVID19 rates on the rise, this year’s fall and winter holiday celebrations are going to look a little different. @AmericanLungAssociation evaluates the risk levels of traditional holiday activities. http://ht.ly/f6aj30rkGAK

Happy #VeteransDay! Today we honor and say thank you to the brave men and women who have fought for our freedoms! Not only today but every day, we can also work together to help our heroes out! Cigarette smoking is more common among service members who have been deployed overseas, increasing their risk for #LungCancer and other diseases. Find resources from the CDC for active or retired services members that can help them quit: http://ow.ly/rUp450CiaWp #VeteransDay

In honor of #RespiratoryCareWeek, here are 6 ways to improve your lung health and breathe easier for life: http://ow.ly/8WzT50C6Bev

Not only is pumpkin a favorite fall flavor, we're here to tell you that this humble winter squash has many cancer-preventing nutrients too! Check out these easy, healthy pumpkin recipes you can try this fall! http://ow.ly/Ox1750BOrAL #NationalPumpkinDay

DYK hepatitis C, a leading cause of liver cancer, often has no symptoms? CDC now recommends all adults get tested for #HepC learn more this #LiverCancerAwarenessMonth: http://ow.ly/xPOJ50BPBP7

There's no sure way to prevent lung cancer, but you CAN reduce your risk by following these 10 tips! http://ow.ly/ru0F50BOonb

Knowledge is critical when it comes to diagnosing and treating a debilitating chronic pain condition like Trigeminal Neuralgia (TN). In honor of #TrigeminalNeuralgiaAwarenessDay, join us advocating for more pain-free tomorrows for those across the country suffering from this rare disorder and help us increase education about the signs and symptoms of each type of TN. http://ow.ly/qdIf50BHFby

Patients may experience symptoms associated their #braintumor and/or treatments, including headaches, seizures, hearing or vision loss and more. Read more about these symptoms and ways to manage at http://ow.ly/Nm7T50BJyMw

Trigeminal neuralgia (TN) is a chronic pain condition affecting the trigeminal nerve, a three-branched nerve that carries sensations from the face to the brain and controls facial motor functions. Priscilla Raymond is someone who is all too familiar with the extreme pain caused by trigeminal neuralgia. Read her story and how CyberKnife helped her symptoms: http://ow.ly/PjLF50BHE8Y

As wildfire smoke continues to linger in the Bay Area, it can cause adverse reactions in all peopleespecially those living with chronic conditions such as lung cancer, heart disease, diabetes, and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). The American Lung Association offers recommendations for how individuals can continue to protect their lung health from the effects of smoke here: http://ow.ly/NU3m50Bt549

When we take care of our prostate health, we give ourselves the best chance to prevent and control prostate cancer. Learn more this #ProstateCancerAwarenessMonth: http://ow.ly/U7Kz50Bod75

After 17 years of suffering with trigeminal neuralgia nerve pain, Vernon Traxler is living life once again pain-free. Watch Vernon share his story and learn how one treatment with CyberKnife helped him find relief.

About 1 in 9 men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer during his lifetime. Don’t let COVID-19 prevent you from seeking the care you need. Learn why it’s important to keep or reschedule cancer screening appointments. http://ow.ly/E2g450AHKJM

Cancer patients in active treatment are at a higher risk for COVID-19 infection because they are immunocompromised. Help protect our patients and others considered at higher risk for contracting this disease by please following the guidelines of your local health officer and the CDC. Visit CDC.gov for more info.

The end of treatment can be both stressful and exciting. Here survivors can find some tips for dealing with the common worry about cancer coming back, the importance of continuing follow-up care, and how to live life healthy after cancer. http://ow.ly/MmY750AiH2h #NationalCancerSurvivorsMonth