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- free screenings for prostate and skin cancers several times a year for the community
- lectures by board-certified physicians who specialize in diagnosing and treating cancers
- smoking cessation & prevention classes
- integrative therapy programs — such as Lebed, yoga, Reiki, tai chi, rain drop treatment and massage — and exercise programs that are appropriate for patients being treated for or recovering from cancer.
The Student Health Awareness Center (SHAC), the only one of its kind in New Jersey, provides a learning environment for Students K-12 on substance abuse prevention, general health and family life. Cancer prevention is included in many of the programs.
The HAC's main office, where the SHAC is located, is in CentraState's Star and Barry Tobias Ambulatory Campus, 901 W. Main St., Freehold, adjacent to CentraState Medical Center. For more information, contact the Health Awareness Center at (732) 308-0570.
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Medical Library Information Resources
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CentraState's Medical Library is an important part of the cancer program's support system and is an outstanding information resource for patients and their families. The Medical Library, which is open to the community, maintains a collection of current reference books, journals, pamphlets and online resources for healthcare professionals and consumers. It also provides Internet access to help patrons locate the most current information online.
Our medical librarian has a master's degree in library science (MLS) and is certified as a senior member of the Academy of Health Information Professionals (AHIP).
The Medical Library is open Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. For more information, contact the Medical Library at (732) 294-2668.
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Cancer Risk Assessment & Counseling
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CentraState's Hereditary Oncology Prevention and Evaluation (HOPE) Program, offered in partnership with The Cancer Institute of New Jersey, is designed for individuals and families who are concerned about their risk of developing certain cancers. The program offers appropriate medical and genetic information and provides resources and support for those confronting cancer risk. It helps participants make informed decisions about their healthcare and shows them ways to monitor for possible cancer. The program team includes medical, gynecologic and surgical oncologists; geneticists; genetic counselors; nurse practitioners; social workers; psychologists; pathologists; radiologists and other health professionals.
Services available through the HOPE Program include:
- Genetic counseling
- Education
- Risk assessment
- Physical exam
- Follow-Up planning
- Psychosocial support
- Genetic testing
- Access to appropriate clinical studies
For information, call (866) 622-RISK.
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Family Medicine Center
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CentraState's Family Medicine Center underwent a major renovation in 2005 and converted to a family practice model, designed to provide safe, effective and quality care in the 21st century. In addition to initial and ongoing medical care, patients receive diagnostic testing, nursing interventions, health screenings, health education and referrals for follow-up care. During their office visits, patients may have various cancer-related screenings, such as PAP smears and breast or rectal exams. Laboratory tests, x-rays, mammograms, CT scans and other tests also may be prescribed. Additionally, skin biopsies, fine needle aspiration biopsies and certain gynecological biopsy procedures may be performed to provide or confirm a diagnosis.
For more information, contact the Family Medicine Center at (732) 294-2540
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For more information about CentraState's Cancer Education and Prevention Services, call (866) CENTRA7. (866-236-8727)
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