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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

July 24, 2025

The Hospital of Central Connecticut Celebrates 10 Years of Transformative Cancer Care

The Hartford HealthCare Cancer Institute at The Hospital of Central Connecticut (HOCC) marked a major milestone in July, celebrating ten [...]

July 22, 2025

Which SPF Sunscreen Should I Use?

With so many sunscreen options on the shelves, picking the right one can feel overwhelming. SPF levels, ingredients, sprays versus [...]

July 08, 2025

Does Deodorant Cause Cancer?

It’s a question that’s been circling for years: Can deodorant cause cancer? Ingredients like aluminum, parabens and fragrance have raised [...]

July 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 [...]

June 18, 2025

CHA Recognizes Healthcare Heroes, Cardiac Team

St. Vincent’s Medical Center has been honored with the prestigious 2025 John D. Thompson Award by the Connecticut Hospital Association. [...]

June 18, 2025

5 Signs of a Cancerous Mole

Moles are a normal part of your skin – and most are nothing to worry about. But some can turn [...]

Popular Events

Sunday, Jul 27, 2025, 1:00PM - 4:00PM

Webinar: Zentangle

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

Monday, Jul 28, 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 [...]

Thursday, Jul 31, 2025, 4:00PM - 5:00PM

On Site: Chair yoga for survivors

A gentle seated yoga class led by a certified Y4C yoga instructor. Please wear comfortable clothing. Registration and oncologist's note [...]

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