Lifespan Cancer Institute
Lifespan Cancer Institute
- Types of Cancer
- Find a Physician by Specialty
- Schedule an Appointment at the Lifespan Cancer Institute
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Cancer Treatment Information
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Chemotherapy
- Side Effects of Chemotherapy
- Infection
- Bleeding
- Anemia
- Mouth Care
- Skin and Nail Care
- Diarrhea
- Constipation
- Nausea/Vomiting
- Pain
- Hair Loss
- Fatigue
- Peripheral Nervous System Changes
- Loss of Appetite
- Taste and Smell Changes
- Weight Loss
- Chemotherapy and Nutrition
- Increasing Calorie Intake
- Food Safety
- Chemotherapy and Menopause
- Interventional Oncology
- Hyperthermic Intraperitoneal Chemotherapy (HIPEC)
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Chemotherapy
- Your Care Team
- Support and Rehabilitation
- Survivorship Program
- Awards and Certifications
- Patient and Family Advisory Council
- Patient Stories
- Lifespan Cancer Institute and Dana-Farber Cancer Institute
- Cancer Program Annual Reports
- Cancer Data Registry
- Cancer Symptoms Not to Ignore
- The Lifespan Cancer Institute In the News
- Giving to the Lifespan Cancer Institute
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While You're Receiving Treatment
The Lifespan Cancer Institute strives to offer top-quality care in a comfortable environment. We strive to make your stay at our hospital as comfortable as possible. We offer world-class physicians and some of the most advanced equipment and therapeutic treatments available.
Our support staff of nurse navigators, nurses, physical therapists, clinical social workers, patient advocates, pharmacists and nutritionists are here to assist patients every step of the way, from screenings and diagnosis to treatment to follow-up care.
Social workers at Rhode Island, The Miriam and Newport hospitals are available to offer patients guidance on how to talk to family members, employers and children about their treatment at the Lifespan Cancer Institute. Our experts are knowledgeable about the many resources available to patients and their families and can offer assistance and referrals for other services such as:
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Transportation
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Patient prescription programs
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Community resources