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Fred Hutch Cancer Center - Proton Therapy @fredhutchprotons.bsky.social · 21/04/2026

Need to understand genetic testing for #ProstateCancer? At tomorrow's 5:30 PM #ProtonTherapy #SupportGroup, Austin Bland, MS, CGC, a genetic counselor at Fred Hutch, will discuss what #GeneticTesting is and what it can (and can’t) tell you. Register and join here: bit.ly/41YIqle

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Fred Hutch Cancer Center - Proton Therapy @fredhutchprotons.bsky.social · 25/03/2026

At tonight's 5:30 PM #ProstateCancer #SupportGroup, we will discuss (hormone) androgen deprivation therapy (ADT). You'll learn about vetted integrative modalities that can address some of the symptoms associated with ADT with Suzanne McMurry ND, FABNO. Register and join here: bit.ly/4jo7muq

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Fred Hutch Cancer Center - Proton Therapy @fredhutchprotons.bsky.social · 19/03/2026

Due to the ongoing power outage and uncertainty around when service will be restored, as well as the time required to safely restart the cyclotron, we have made the decision to cancel all #Proton and #Photon treatments for the remainder of the day. #ProtonTherapy #CancerCare

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Fred Hutch Cancer Center - Proton Therapy @fredhutchprotons.bsky.social · 18/03/2026

At Fred Hutch #Proton Therapy we consistently hear positive feedback about our staff, anecdotally and via our patient surveys. Providing a caring, empathetic environment in which our patients can heal is very important to us. #ShoutOut to all the staff who help make this possible!

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Fred Hutch Cancer Center - Proton Therapy @fredhutchprotons.bsky.social · 25/02/2026

Do you have a story about your treatment at Fred Hutch - Proton Therapy or #ShoutOut to one of our staff you'd like to share? If so, send it to us and we'll post it on our social media page. Please email info.proton@fredhutch.org. We look forward to hearing from you!

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Fred Hutch Cancer Center - Proton Therapy @fredhutchprotons.bsky.social · 16/02/2026

Happy Presidents Day! We are closed today. Enjoy your day off and see you tomorrow! #ProtonTherapy

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Fred Hutch Cancer Center - Proton Therapy @fredhutchprotons.bsky.social · 11/02/2026

Diet and exercise can make a big difference in lowering your cancer risk. For #CancerPreventionMonth, learn about the nutrition resources Fred Hutch has available to patients before, during and after treatment: bit.ly/3DSXwwU

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Fred Hutch Cancer Center - Proton Therapy @fredhutchprotons.bsky.social · 10/02/2026

The staff at the Fred Hutch @ProtonTherapy facility went all out for #BlueFriday, getting ready for a #Seahawks win! We like to think we helped! #LIXChampions! #SuperBowlChampions #DarkSide

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Fred Hutch Cancer Center - Proton Therapy @fredhutchprotons.bsky.social · 29/01/2026

Winter blues got you down? Fred Hutch social worker Elizabeth Darlington offers 6 tips on how to deal with gloomy Seattle winter, especially while dealing with #cancer. Learn how simple things like going outside, moving around & breathing exercises can all help beat the blues: bit.ly/4plqF8Z

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Fred Hutch Cancer Center - Proton Therapy @fredhutchprotons.bsky.social · 27/01/2026

Are you scheduled to start #ProtonTherapy and will need to wear a mask during treatment? We can help you prepare with our video, which shows the entire process, explaining step by step what you can expect: bit.ly/4552gxc

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What to expect when having your mask made for proton therapy

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Fred Hutch Cancer Center - Proton Therapy @fredhutchprotons.bsky.social · 23/01/2026

Don Trelstad is a retired cardiologist who had #ProtonTherapy for # #ChoroidalMelanoma after successfully dealing with #AcuteMyeloidLeukemia. Read all about his experience: bit.ly/44RhYfp

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Fred Hutch Cancer Center - Proton Therapy @fredhutchprotons.bsky.social · 19/01/2026

Good morning, The #ProtonTherapy facility is closed today. Enjoy the day off and see you tomorrow! #CancerCare

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Fred Hutch Cancer Center - Proton Therapy @fredhutchprotons.bsky.social · 15/01/2026

When Ron White was told he had a suspicious spot at the back of his eye, he was surprised it was #cancer. Fortunately, he was referred to one of the top specialists in the field, who recommended #ProtonTherapy to eradicate #OcularMelanoma. Read White's story: bit.ly/4paRU69

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Fred Hutch Cancer Center - Proton Therapy @fredhutchprotons.bsky.social · 09/01/2026

Check out our video with physicians Dr. Ramesh Rengan and Dr. Andrew Stacey and their patient as they talk about #ProtonTherapy for #OcularMelanoma, explaining when and why it's the best treatment for this cancer. Millimeters matter. bit.ly/3Msxmsh

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Fred Hutch Cancer Center - Proton Therapy @fredhutchprotons.bsky.social · 05/01/2026

As you think about New Year's resolutions, plan small changes you're more likely to stick to. Check out our article about doctor recommended resolutions and why they like them: bit.ly/494FUOI

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Fred Hutch Cancer Center - Proton Therapy @fredhutchprotons.bsky.social · 01/01/2026

Happy New Year 2026! We are closed today, but we will see you bright and early tomorrow. #ProtonTherapy

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Fred Hutch Cancer Center - Proton Therapy @fredhutchprotons.bsky.social · 31/12/2025

Congrats and Happy New Year to the almost 6100 #ProtonTherapy grads we've served over the years! May 2026 bring health, joy and everything good! Share your coin pic in the comments!

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Fred Hutch Cancer Center - Proton Therapy @fredhutchprotons.bsky.social · 25/12/2025

Happy Holidays! The #ProtonTherapy facility is closed today. Enjoy the day off and we'll see you tomorrow!

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Fred Hutch Cancer Center - Proton Therapy @fredhutchprotons.bsky.social · 17/12/2025

Tonight at 5:30 PM, dietitian Laura Martinell, RD, will speak about how eating a healthy diet can significantly support you during your #cancer treatment and recovery at our #ProstateCancer #SupportGroup. Register and join here: bit.ly/3DLn7L7 #ProtonTherapy

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Fred Hutch Cancer Center - Proton Therapy @fredhutchprotons.bsky.social · 12/12/2025

Need tips on how to deal with holiday eating? Our dietitian, Laura Martinell, has some advice from her #nutrition column in The Beam newsletter. Though this article references Thanksgiving, the tips are useful for all holiday feasting as well as any time of the year. bit.ly/47QcN1c

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Fred Hutch Cancer Center - Proton Therapy @fredhutchprotons.bsky.social · 05/12/2025

The holiday season can be stressful, and even more so when you are dealing with #cancer and undergoing treatment. Here are some helpful tips for managing the time of year from our Fred Hutch supportive services staff: bit.ly/47SItDi #ProtonTherapy

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Fred Hutch Cancer Center - Proton Therapy @fredhutchprotons.bsky.social · 03/12/2025

Jennifer on our patient access team recommends a trek across the Cascades to visit the Bavarian gem #Leavenworth.Winter is one of the best times to visit, as the tiny town is decked out for the holidays and often dusted with snow, but it is beautiful year-round as well. leavenworth.org

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Fred Hutch Cancer Center - Proton Therapy @fredhutchprotons.bsky.social · 02/12/2025

Today is #GivingTuesday. While shopping for gifts, remember all those who can benefit from your generosity this season with a gift to Fred Hutch. bit.ly/3LOZFAP Your support fuels earlier detection, more personalized therapies, and better outcomes for patients.

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Fred Hutch Cancer Center - Proton Therapy @fredhutchprotons.bsky.social · 27/11/2025

Happy Thanksgiving to all our valued patients, families and staff! We are closed today and tomorrow. Be safe, healthy and happy! #ProtonTherapy #Thanksgiving

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Fred Hutch Cancer Center - Proton Therapy @fredhutchprotons.bsky.social · 21/11/2025

Need a moment to destress among #ProtonTherapy treatments and upcoming holidays? Join Linda Portnoy's Meditation for Self-Compassion class today at 3 PM via Zoom. Contact concierge.proton@fredhutch.org for details!

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Fred Hutch Cancer Center - Proton Therapy @fredhutchprotons.bsky.social · 19/11/2025

Tonight at 5:30 PM, join us for our monthly #ProtonTherapy #ProstateCancer #SupportGroup. This month, Matthew Givens, MD will talk about the important role of palliative care. Register and join here: bit.ly/3DLn7L7

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Fred Hutch Cancer Center - Proton Therapy @fredhutchprotons.bsky.social · 11/11/2025

We are closed in observance and honor of #VeteransDay. We will see you bright and early tomorrow morning. #ProtonTherapy

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Fred Hutch Cancer Center - Proton Therapy @fredhutchprotons.bsky.social · 27/10/2025

Liver cancer is rare but deadly and prevention or early detection is key. If you want to learn about the risk factors for #LiverCancer (Hepatocellular Carcinoma, the American Liver Foundation (@liverinfo) has a great webpage explaining risks, symptoms and more: bit.ly/3PLKhEI

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Hepatocellular Carcinoma: Risks, Symptoms & Treatments

Hepatocellular carcinoma is the most common type of liver cancer and usually occurs in people with hepatitis B and hepatitis C infections.

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Fred Hutch Cancer Center - Proton Therapy @fredhutchprotons.bsky.social · 24/10/2025

Join us at 3 PM today for meditation class with Linda Portnoy, MA. This month she will focus on the mind/body connection. You will learn how to do a mindful body scan. Email concierge.proton@fredhutch.org for details to join. #SupportGroup #ProtonTherapy

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Fred Hutch Cancer Center - Proton Therapy @fredhutchprotons.bsky.social · 22/10/2025

Fred Hutch’s Patient and Family Engagement Program ensures patient voices shape clinical care and research. The program is expanding, connecting advocates with clinical and public health scientists. bit.ly/3WLexCo

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Fred Hutch Cancer Center - Proton Therapy @fredhutchprotons.bsky.social · 15/10/2025

Our dosimetrist, Blake, offered his choice for a must-see local destination: the remodeled Seattle Aquarium. Right on the waterfront, you can submerse yourself in the world of clownfish, sharks, otters & octopuses. Plus, you'll want to experience the Ocean Pavillion. www.seattleaquarium.org

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Fred Hutch Cancer Center - Proton Therapy @fredhutchprotons.bsky.social · 02/10/2025

The Beam #ProtonTherapy newsletter is out. We bring you the story of #LiverCancer survivor, Gayle, who beat both her liver cancer prognosis and a prior #BreastCancer one! We also talk to our experts about liver, GI and breast cancers: when and why is proton therapy a good option? bit.ly/3VOPVbB

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Fred Hutch Cancer Center - Proton Therapy @fredhutchprotons.bsky.social · 26/09/2025

Dr. Ralph Ermoian is one of Fred Hutch's #ChildhoodCancers expert, treating with radiation including #ProtonTherapy. Dr. Ermoian specializes in #BrainCancer and protons are a valuable tool for treating the disease and minimizing side effects. Learn more about Dr. Ermoian here: bit.ly/3YTqEgZ

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Fred Hutch Cancer Center - Proton Therapy @fredhutchprotons.bsky.social · 25/09/2025

Check out this handy decade-by-decade guide for recommended screenings and other preventive actions for #cancer. Early detection and prevention are key, but what are the guidelines? Learn about them here: bit.ly/48KQfwY

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Fred Hutch Cancer Center - Proton Therapy @fredhutchprotons.bsky.social · 22/09/2025

Do you need mental health and emotional support resources during cancer treatment? As a Fred Hutch #ProtonTherapy patient, you can schedule time to meet with our social worker, Elizabeth Darlington. The patient navigator team at the front desk can help you make an appointment.

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Fred Hutch Cancer Center - Proton Therapy @fredhutchprotons.bsky.social · 18/09/2025

Dr. T. Martin Ma treats patients with #ProstateCancer at Fred Hutch #ProtonTherapy. In this issue of The Beam, Ma shared his thoughts on the latest tools and research, including AI. bit.ly/3JpvT4z

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Fred Hutch Cancer Center - Proton Therapy @fredhutchprotons.bsky.social · 17/09/2025

"Green Lake is near the #ProtonTherapy facility and it's beautiful all year, rain or shine," Kathleen in dosimetry recommended for #Seattle destinations. "Visit PCC for coffee and inexpensive takeout, and Woodland Park Zoo is nearby." visitseattle.org/neighborhoods/wall…

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Fred Hutch Cancer Center - Proton Therapy @fredhutchprotons.bsky.social · 12/09/2025

Wayne Lundberg learned of #ProtonTherapy after hearing Rick Griffin, former Ms Athletic Trainer speak of protons for #ProstateCancer. Lundberg has a personal connection to Fred Hutchinson, the baseball manager & namesake of Fred Hutch. Find out what & his thoughts on protons: bit.ly/49OVrzS

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Fred Hutch Cancer Center - Proton Therapy @fredhutchprotons.bsky.social · 09/09/2025

If you have been diagnosed with #ProstateCancer, you have many treatment options at Fred Hutch. To learn more about #ProtonTherapy, schedule a call with a patient care coordinator today. Please fill out this form with as much detail as possible and we will get back to you: bit.ly/4fN0Njz

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Fred Hutch Cancer Center - Proton Therapy @fredhutchprotons.bsky.social · 05/09/2025

At the #ProtonTherapy facility, our clinical staff work hard to make the experience of radiation as positive as possible. For many kids, radiation therapist Trang Nguyen goes the extra mile to paint their masks. Families are grateful. Read Hedley's #ChildhoodCancer story here: bit.ly/4dwQKx1

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Fred Hutch Cancer Center - Proton Therapy @fredhutchprotons.bsky.social · 03/09/2025

"Check out Eden Hill restaurant in Queen Anne," suggested patient care coordinator, Jennifer for our staff series on hidden gem recommendations. It's one of her favorites. " And treat yourself to the Chef's Tasting," she added. www.edenhillrestaurant.com

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Fred Hutch Cancer Center - Proton Therapy @fredhutchprotons.bsky.social · 01/09/2025

Happy Labor Day! We are closed. Enjoy a treatment-free day, and we will see you bright and early tomorrow!

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Fred Hutch Cancer Center - Proton Therapy @fredhutchprotons.bsky.social · 29/08/2025

Despite his age, Fred Hutch providers were able to treat Doug Hortin for #EsophagealCancer so that it least impacted his good health. "I feel incredible in my 80s. My heart feels like I’m in my 60s," he said, after receiving #ProtonTherapy, which spared radiation to his heart. bit.ly/4l2MbyA

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Fred Hutch Cancer Center - Proton Therapy @fredhutchprotons.bsky.social · 28/08/2025

Read The Beam column on nutrition by Fred Hutch dietitian, Laura Martinell, RD. She explains why #ProtonTherapy patients may experience #fatigue, how it can affect the body and what patients can do to help regain energy despite other side-effects such as nausea. Learn more: bit.ly/4eSOBNm

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Fred Hutch Cancer Center - Proton Therapy @fredhutchprotons.bsky.social · 26/08/2025

Biomarkers, tumor markers and tumor boards: What #cancer patients need to know. #CancerCare is changing — as are the tools, tests and the terms used to diagnose and predict its treatment. To make informed decisions it helps to know what there is to know! Learn about biomarkers, etc.: bit.ly/41lP6dE

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Biomarkers, tumor markers and tumor boards: What cancer patients need to know

“It’s a very different world now in cancer,” said longtime patient advocate Ginny Mason. “Now you need to understand the subtype of your cancer. You need to know what your biomarkers are." Curious abo...

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Fred Hutch Cancer Center - Proton Therapy @fredhutchprotons.bsky.social · 21/08/2025

For kids who've been through #cancer or who are in active treatment, going back to school can trigger concerns such as fear of not being accepted because of physical changes or the pressure of keeping up or catching up with work while still recovering. Learn more: bit.ly/4lQX1aq #ProtonTherapy

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The Beam: Going back to school after cancer, radiation therapy and fatigue, meet a program department coordinator

What's new in proton therapy? Read the latest news and views from Fred Hutch's proton therapy facility’s patients and providers in The Beam, published monthly.

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