Riverside Cancer Institute

02/06/2026

We hear a lot about mammograms, colonoscopies, and blood pressure checks, but less-known and equally important lung cancer screenings—not so much. As we recognize Cancer Prevention Month, we invite you to learn about Riverside’s lung cancer screening program and the follow-up care provided by primary care providers.

Amy Warburton, Riverside Imaging Quality and Business Operations Manager, oversees the Riverside Lung Nodule Clinic Patient Navigator team. The team is responsible for tracking lung patients and ensuring they receive the proper follow-up care from their primary physician. This work, along with educa...

02/04/2026

Today is World Cancer Day. It’s a time to honor those fighting cancer, celebrate survivors, and remember loved ones we’ve lost. It also reminds us to make preventive care a priority, like getting mammograms, prostate exams, and other important screenings.

At Riverside Healthcare, we offer our patients complete cancer care with advanced technology and a skilled team. You get the same level of service as larger health systems, but with a personal touch. From early detection to treatment and survivorship, we are dedicated to excellent and compassionate care.

Today is also a good time to appreciate our health and take steps to protect it. Early detection saves lives, and acting now can make a real difference. We’re here to support you every step of the way, instilling hope and providing the care you need. https://myrhc.net/cancer_screenings_and_tests

02/02/2026

This Cancer Prevention Month, we’re reminding caregivers that your health matters, too.

When you’re focused on caring for others, it’s easy to put your own screenings and checkups on hold. But caring for yourself isn’t selfish. It’s essential.

Schedule the mammogram you’ve been meaning to book.
Follow through on the colonoscopy your provider recommended.
Make time for preventive care that helps protect your future.

Prevention is powerful. And at Riverside, we’re here to support you with remarkable care, right where you live. https://myrhc.net/risks_cancer

01/30/2026

Get the same level of cancer care you’d find in the city, right here in your own community.

From advanced radiation and chemotherapy to minimally invasive surgery and personalized treatment plans, Riverside provides comprehensive cancer therapies, delivered with compassion and expertise.

Find out what treatment options are available for you or your loved one, and take the next step toward recovery.
Remarkable Care. Right where you live.

Explore all our treatments and therapies.

Often, there isn’t just one solution for cancer. Each person and situation is unique, and so is their battle with cancer. Technology and treatments are changing fast, and new, powerful options continually evolve. The Riverside Cancer Institute is committed to staying at the leading edge of cancer ...

01/28/2026

Jason, a patient at Riverside Cancer Institute, talks with Dr. Basha about finding community support during his journey with cancer.
Explore more episodes at https://myrhc.net/Conversations_on_Cancer_podcast_series

01/26/2026

While warm temperatures are on hold for a bit, it is still essential to wear sunscreen in the cold-weather months.

While warm temperatures are on hold for a bit, it is still essential to wear sunscreen in the cold-weather months. Reasons to Wear Sunscreen in the Winter Wearing sunscreen in the winter is important for several reasons, even though the weather may seem less intense than in the summer. Here are the....

01/23/2026

The American Cancer Society reports lower overall cancer death rates, yet incidence is increasing for many common cancers, including 6 of the top 10. Regular screenings are essential in finding and treating cancer.

Learn more about screenings at https://www.riversidehealthcare.org/services/cancer-institute/detection-and-diagnosis

01/21/2026

Jason was diagnosed with colon cancer at 48, and his life changed right away. In this blog, he talks about how his faith, new treatment options, and the support from his care team and community have helped him and given him hope.
Read Jason’s story to see how today’s care and strong connections can truly make a difference.

When Jason was 48 years old, his life changed in an instant. After noticing blood in his stool, he went to the doctor and learned he had colon cancer. “It was a shock,” Jason recalls. “You feel young and full of life. Then, you get that message that says, ‘We need to talk about the cancer yo...

01/19/2026

Breast Cancer is the most commonly diagnosed cancer among American women and the most common cancer globally.
Riverside Healthcare offers mammogram appointments in four locations: Riverside’s Out-Patient Pavilion in Kankakee, the Riverside Medical Plaza in Bourbonnais, Riverside’s West Campus in Coal City, and Riverside’s Watseka Campus. Schedule your mammogram today at (815) 935-7531 or online at riversidemychart.org

01/14/2026

Did you know that Riverside has a Cardio-Oncology clinic?
In the Riverside Cardiac-Oncology clinic, doctors trained in heart disease (cardiologists) evaluate and treat patients who have heart disease or those at risk of heart disease before, during and after cancer treatment. https://www.riversidehealthcare.org/services/heart-vascular-institute/cardiac-oncology

01/12/2026

At the Riverside Healthcare Coal City Campus, our team delivers personalized treatment plans, compassionate care, and the latest infusion therapies, all designed to support patients through every step of their cancer journey.

Because remarkable cancer care should be close, convenient, and centered on you.
Learn more at bit.ly/cancer_treatments

01/09/2026

Radon affects the lungs by decaying into tiny radioactive particles that can get trapped in our lung tissue when we inhale. These particles damage cells over time, increasing our risk for lung cancer. Learn how radon forms in the home and how exposure can lead to lung cancer.