Until recently, Selective Internal Radiation Therapy (SIRT) was not a local option for cancer patients. SIRT, a type of internal radiotherapy also known as radioembolization, is primarily used to treat inoperable primary or metastatic liver tumors but there is a lot of research happening to determine how additionally can be used. The June E. Nylen Cancer Center (JENCC) oncologists now work closely with Dr. Neal Khurana, an interventional radiologist, who performs SIRT in Siouxland.
Read MoreWe have Cancer Center apparel available online now through November 16. Check out what is available!
Read MoreLung Cancer is the leading cancer is Iowa, Nebraska and South Dakota according to the American Cancer Society. Learn more about the risk factors and importance of early detection.
Read MoreNovember is an awareness month for several cancers, including stomach cancer. Learn more about this type of cancer, its risk factors, symptoms, and treatment.
Read MoreThe average lifetime risk of pancreatic cancer is about 1 in 64. Pancreatic cancer accounts for about 3% of all cancers in the US and about 7% of all cancer deaths. It is slightly more common in men than in women.
Read MoreCarcinoid tumors are slow-growing cancer that can arise in several places throughout the body, but usually begin in the digestive organs (stomach, appendix, small intestine, color, rectum) or in the lungs. Learn more…
Read MoreMost people don’t realize that lung cancer is the #1 cancer killer among both men and women, across every ethnic group.
Read MoreThere are more than 90 million Americans who care for loved ones with chronic conditions, disabilities, disease, or the frailties of old age. We want to honor all of our patients’ caregivers during National Caregiver Month and we address that this year meant new realities for family caregivers to face.
Read MoreWe have posted several videos about cancer topics, our treatments and services, and so you can get to know our physicians and staff.
Read MoreMcNaughton Plastic Surgery is donating $1 from every unit of Botox sold in October to our Cancer Center.
Read MoreImagine the Possibilities in Storm Lake is rallying support for the June E. Nylen Cancer Center with their annual "Think Pink" promotion - and this year it's going virtual.
Read MoreBomgaars Ladies Night for both Sioux City stores on Hamilton Boulevard and Gordon Drive is Sunday, October 25th from 5 PM – 8 PM. During this night of festive fun and fall shopping, 5% of the total sales will be donated to the June E. Nylen Cancer Center.
Read MoreDon't be surprised to see several flocks of flamingos migrating around Siouxland metro yards this October - all to help raise awareness and funds for the June E. Nylen Cancer Center.
Read MoreSponsor a Care Caddies for a breast cancer patient at the June E. Nylen Cancer Center for just $20. Order deadline of October 10.
Read MoreSiouxland Big Give is a 24-hour day of giving on Tuesday, October 6 where Siouxland community members are encouraged to donate to their favorite local charities.
Read MoreOctober is an awareness month for breast and liver cancers. Learn more…
Read MoreWe gladly encourage window visits while we have visitor restrictions in place with the pandemic. We have several lawn chairs in our front entrance for visitors to use and have our treatment rooms labeled so you can find your loved one.
Read MorePay tribute to those who are battling cancer, those who have overcome cancer, and to honor those who valiantly fought it. It’s also an opportunity to recognize the caregivers whose lives have also been touched by cancer.
Read MoreSeptember is an awareness month for several cancers, including thyroid cancer. Learn more about this type of cancer, its risk factors, symptoms, and treatment.
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