April is Oral, Head and Neck Cancer Awareness Month. The physicians at the UF Health Proton Therapy Institute are experts in treating this serious disease. Head and neck cancers are effectively treated with proton therapy, sometimes in combination with other treatment methods, delivering highly precise radiation to the cancer, while sensitive structures like the jawbone, salivary glands, eyes and spinal cord receive less radiation.
UF Health Proton Therapy Institute Upgrades Technology in its Pediatric Playroom
New interactive touchscreen wall promotes therapeutic engagement and play therapy
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. (March 21, 2024) – In March, the UF Health Proton Therapy Institute enhanced its playroom, a respite for its pediatric patients, significantly with innovative technology that promotes therapeutic engagement. An 86” interactive gaming wall features educational and sensory software and is the first of its kind in any proton therapy treatment facility in the United States.
Benefits of Proton Therapy – Kiwanis Club of St. Petersburg
Presentation by: Christina Mershell, Business Development Coordinator
St. Petersburg Yacht Club, 11 Central Avenue, 2nd floor, St. Petersburg, FL 33701
Who can benefit from proton therapy? What types of cancers can be treated with proton therapy? UF Proton Therapy Institute will be joining the Kiwanis club to share the benefits of proton therapy and updates in the research that is leading to a better quality of life for many cancer survivors.
UF Proton in the Community - 5th Annual Cars for Cancer Car Show
15022 Max Leggett Pkwy, Jacksonville, FL 32218 – Parking lot of BJ’s Restaurant & Brewhouse
UF Health Proton Therapy Institute will be out in the community sharing information about the benefits of proton therapy for over 20 types of cancer. Come out and meet us, while you enjoy this free car show and other family activities hosted by the Duval Car Club Cancer Awareness organization.
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When faced with a cancer diagnosis, finding cancer care that is the best becomes a top-priority for individuals and their loved ones.