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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
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What Older Patients ValueMany older adults with cancer place more importance on maintaining their independence and cognitive abilities than on living as long as possible.
by Cheryl Platzman Weinstock
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Your Cancer Guide
Clinical Trial ConsiderationsLearn what questions to ask before participating in a study.
by Hester Hill Schnipper
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Questioning an Entrenched PracticeTo defend against bacterial infections, cancer patients are often put on a neutropenic diet—which bars fresh fruits and vegetables, among other things. Research indicates that following this diet is unnecessary.
by Brad Jones
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Cancer Patients Who Are ParentsPatients who are diagnosed with advanced cancer while parenting young children have special priorities and needs.
by Cheryl Platzman Weinstock
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Caregiving With Confidence
Ways to Get OrganizedDevelop a system to avoid being overwhelmed by health care bills and information.
by Aimee Swartz
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Talking About Medical MarijuanaMedical oncologists discuss marijuana with their patients. Many of these doctors feel they aren't well enough informed to make recommendations about it, but some do anyway.
by Kate Yandell
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Healing Through ArtThe Breast Cancer Art Project encourages breast cancer patients and survivors to produce—and share—art about their cancer experiences.
by Ashley P. Taylor
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Forward Look
The Cost of PrescriptionsFinancial factors can influence cancer patients' use of medications
by Kate Yandell
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
