Well-being
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Q&A
Breaking the IceSocial activist and breast cancer survivor Letty Cottin Pogrebin shares tips on supporting friends and family members through cancer diagnosis and treatment.
by Marci A. Landsmann
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Putting Chemotherapy Side Effects on IceA small study shows that keeping ice chips in the mouth during oxaliplatin chemotherapy may prevent cold sensitivity, a common oral side effect.
by Anna Azvolinsky
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Coping With TraumaNearly six years after being diagnosed with stage IV colon cancer, disaster psychologist Jamie Aten is still learning new ways of coping with the trauma stemming from his diagnosis and treatment.
by Jamie Aten
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Lung Cancer and StigmaClinical health psychologist Jamie Ostroff discusses how feelings of blame surrounding a lung cancer diagnosis affect physical and mental health.
by Jen Tota McGivney
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What Not to Say to a Cancer PatientWhen visiting a friend or family member who is sick, it's good to leave platitudes at the door.
by Michael Gavaghen
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Forward Look
Planning Ahead to Help Patients and CaregiversMartha L. Twaddle on improving access to palliative care.
by Sue Rochman
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Forward Look
Make Your Wishes KnownAdvance care planning should be routine for cancer patients.
by Delia O’Hara
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Forward Look
Cancer Patients Can Now Defer Student LoansPayments can be put off during treatment and for six months after.
by Bradley Jones
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Your Cancer Guide
Find the HelpersBuilding a village of support to nurture recovery is an important component of your care.
by Hester Hill Schnipper
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Caregiving With Confidence
Recognizing AddictionThe stress associated with caregiving may open the door to substance abuse.
by Diane Cameron
