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Halifax Health Treats Pancreatic Cancer…

DAYTONA BEACH, FLA – May 20, 2022 – Halifax Health has become the first hospital...

The Benefits of Arts in…

When walking into the Center for Oncology, you might not expect to participate in a...

Importance of Nutrition in the…

Proper nutrition provides the basic building blocks of a healthy diet that includes protein, carbohydrates and fats. Consuming a diet rich in a variety of fruits, vegetables, whole grains, low-fat dairy and lean protein has been shown to reduce the prevalence of cancer by up to 20%. Nourishing the body with a rainbow of fruits and vegetables provides essential vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants that play a role in maintaining cell health.

Andy & Molly Clark Start…

Andy and Molly Clark, local entrepreneurs and owners of All Aboard Properties, announced a $400,000 gift to Halifax Health for the first ever Arts in Medicine Endowment. The announcement was accompanied by a ceremonial agreement signing and some musical performances at Halifax Health with President and Chief Executive Officer, Jeff Feasel. The gift will be used to fund an arts therapy coordinator to plan and schedule therapeutic visual, and musical art encounters and activities for patients and Halifax Health Team Members.

Let’s Talk About Your Colon…

Colorectal cancer is the third most common cause of cancer in men and women, and the third leading cause of cancer-related deaths in the U.S. Most people believe that colorectal cancer is an “old persons” disease. In reality the rates of colorectal cancer are rising in individuals younger than 50. Studies indicate the rise of colorectal cancers in young adults can be attributed to poor diet and sedentary lifestyle. The American Cancer Society now recommends that people with an average risk of colorectal cancer start regular screening at age 45

Gina Lawrence, RN Accepts New…

Gina Lawrence, RN, has accepted a new role as the Gastrointestinal Cancer Navigator at Halifax Health – Center for Oncology. Gina began her nursing career with Halifax Health seven years ago and most recently worked as a nurse supervisor for the Clinical Decision Unit in the Emergency Department.

The Stigma of Lung Cancer

Stigma. Defined by Merriam-Webster dictionary as a set of negative and often unfair beliefs that a society or group of people have about something. They could have just as easily defined it with the words “LUNG CANCER”

Halifax Health to Present Lung Mapping and Robotic Symposium

November is Lung Cancer Awareness…

November is the month set aside for raising lung cancer awareness. Although there have been great advances in the diagnosis and treatment of lung cancer, it remains the most deadly of all cancers and causes more deaths in the United States each year than breast, colorectal and prostate cancers combined.

Jennifer Smith – My Breast…

CANCER. A six letter word that On October 19th, 2020 would eventually bring me to my knees, scared for my life in a parking lot, and feeling all alone. I had skipped my annual mammogram in 2019. I didn’t think twice about it because everything seemed normal. So, I rescheduled my mammogram and for went on about my life.

Kelly L. Molpus, MD Completes…

Kelly L. Molpus, M.D., Halifax Health – Center for Oncology, recently completed his 1,500 surgery using the da Vinci® Robotic Surgical System. Dr. Molpus was presented with a crystal plaque to commemorate this milestone from Intuitive, the company behind the da Vinci® surgical system.

Are You at Risk for…

March was officially designated as National Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month in February 2000, by President...

Charles L. Grant and Miki…

(Daytona Beach, FL, March 2, 2021)Today Charles L and Miki Grant announced a $4 million...

Pink Tutu 2019 A great event for all involved

3rd Annual Halifax Health Pink…

Daytona Beach, FL – (September 17, 2020) – WHAT: 3rd Annual Halifax Health Pink Tutu...

Image of runners at the 2nd Annual Pink Tutu 5K. Several runners wearing pink attire with the blow up start finish line behind them.

Halifax Health Hosts 2nd Annual…

DAYTONA BEACH, FLA. – (October 23, 2019) – On Sunday, October 13, nearly 200 participants laced...

Pamper Yourself Pink Seminar with three women in the front of a lecture room.

Halifax Health, AKA Host 100…

Halifax Health and the Daytona Beach Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated partnered to host 100 local women for Pamper Yourself Pink – A Pink Tea, a breast cancer awareness event held on October 20 at Halifax Health Medical Center of Daytona Beach. Pictured speaking at the event (L-R) are Dr. Ruby Anne Deveras, Jennifer Peludat and Vivian Jones.

Perry Named Oncology Rehabilitation Navigator…

DAYTONA BEACH, FLA. – (October 11, 2019) – Dr. Ashley Perry, has been named the oncology...

2nd Annual Halifax Health Pink…

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. – (October 4, 2019) – WHAT: 2nd Annual Halifax Health Pink Tutu 5K and...

Photo advertising Halifax Health New Smyrna Beach Block Party on July 20

Halifax Health to Host New…

DAYTONA BEACH, FLA. – (July 3, 2019) – WHAT: New Smyrna Beach Block Party presented...

Halifax Health to Present “Eat…

DAYTONA BEACH, FLA. – (March 15, 2019) – WHAT: Eat A Rainbow presented by Halifax...

Halifax Health Named Title Sponsor of the Swings for DONNA Charity Event

Halifax Health Named the Title…

DAYTONA BEACH, FLA. – (February 19, 2019) – For the second consecutive year, Halifax Health...