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Being Candid About CancerAs a father with an aggressive brain cancer, I've opted against elaborate metaphors and in favor of candid speech when talking about cancer with my children.
by Adam Hayden
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Sowing Seeds of HealthA program helps cancer survivors start gardens as a way to increase their vegetable consumption and physical activity.
by Ashley P. Taylor
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Caregiving With Confidence
Make Your PlansDon't let cancer get in the way of scheduling future activities.
by Aimee Swartz
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What You Need to Know About DNA TestingBefore you order an at-home genetic testing kit, carefully consider the medical, psychological and legal implications.
by Tina Segura
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The Long-Term Effects of CancerAdolescent and young adult cancer survivors need to be monitored for delayed treatment side effects, including problems affecting the endocrine system, researchers say.
by Cheryl Platzman Weinstock
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What Is ‘Chemo Brain’?The National Cancer Institute's Todd Horowitz discusses cancer-related cognitive impairment.
by Anna Azvolinsky
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Exploring When Breath Becomes AirJoin our Facebook group to talk about themes in the poignant memoir by Paul Kalanithi.
by Marci A. Landsmann
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Suicide Risk in Cancer SurvivorsStudy looks at gender difference in suicide rates among those who have been diagnosed with cancer.
by Cici Zhang
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Caregiving With Confidence
The Dangers of Caring Too MuchShifting some responsibilities may empower your loved one and strengthen your relationship.
by Aimee Swartz
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Canine ComfortStudies investigate whether visits from therapy dogs can increase the well-being of cancer patients and caregivers.
by Jen Tota McGivney
Legislation to speed cancer drug development for children and adolescents requires drug companies to test drugs in children, but trials in people under 18 may take years to generate results.
by Marci A. Landsmann
Understanding Stress and CancerA symposium at the AACR Annual Meeting explores how social factors contribute to elevated risk of cancer in some populations.
by Eric Fitzsimmons
Exploring Amino Acids’ Impact on Tumor GrowthResearchers are investigating how to match specific dietary changes with therapy to impede cancer progression.
by Thomas Celona
Study Shows Minority Participation in Clinical Trials May Be DecliningResearcher speculates that costly genetic testing may be limiting outreach to underserved communities.
by Marci A. Landsmann
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Using Lymphocytes to Attack TumorsSooner rather than later may be the best strategy for using an experimental treatment for advanced melanoma.
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Closing Disparities Through Genetic TestingOlufunmilayo Olopade seeks widespread use of testing to encourage prevention and early detection of deadly cancers.
Learning Medicare’s ABCDs
