To get the best experience while viewing this site, it is recommended that you upgrade to a modern browser version of Chrome or Firefox.

You may do so by clicking on one of these icons:


southern new mexico surgery center
 
  •  

  •  
    Health Library Explorer
    A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z A-Z Listings Contact Us
    Blood Pressure

    Radiation Therapy: Support and Resources

    When you find out you have cancer, you most likely have questions about treatment.

    Female with family members talking to healthcare provider.

    Radiation therapy uses high-energy X-rays to kill or slow the growth of cancer cells. It can also affect healthy cells nearby and cause side effects that depend on:

    • What type of radiation therapy is done.
    • What part of your body receives the radiation.
    • How long your treatment lasts.

    Getting support

    You are not facing cancer treatment alone. Keep a list of any questions you have for your radiation therapy team. Ask these questions during your visits. Contact your team if you need to.

    You can also get help from:

    • Family members.
    • Friends.
    • Support groups (in person or online).
    • Counseling.
    • Social workers, case managers, or navigators.

    Talk with your health care team if you need a referral to counseling.

    Cancer resources

    To learn more about cancer and to find support groups, contact the resources below:

    Online Medical Reviewer: Anne Fetterman RN BSN
    Online Medical Reviewer: Dave Herold MD
    Online Medical Reviewer: Heather M Trevino BSN RNC
    Date Last Reviewed: 9/1/2025
    © 2000-2026 The StayWell Company, LLC. All rights reserved. This information is not intended as a substitute for professional medical care. Always follow your healthcare professional's instructions.
    horizontal line

    Southern New Mexico
    Surgery Center

    2301 Indian Wells Rd. Suite B
    Alamogordo, NM 88310
    www.snmsc.org

    Phone: 575.437.0890
    Fax: 575.437.0905
    Email: info@snmsc.org

    Disclaimer