The goal of Palliative Care is to act as an extra layer of support, working alongside treatments to focus on improving the overall quality of life of the patient no matter what the goals of care are.
In addition to improving quality of life and helping with symptoms, palliative care can help patients understand their choices for medical treatment.
May is National Cancer Research Month. The importance of cancer research is recognized throughout May with the contributions made by researchers, physician-assistants, survivors, and patients advocates.
Port Jefferson Station, NY, May 2, 2020- New York Cancer & Blood Specialists (NYCBS) will begin to offer COVID-19 testing to local fire and ambulance districts on Saturday, May 2, 2020, at 1500 Route 112 Port Jefferson Station.