CURE

FALL / 2011

Features

Unlocking the Mystery of Cancer Stem CellsScientists research whether cancer stem cells are the key to eradicating the disease.

BY ELAINE SCHATTNER, MD AND KATHY LATOUR

Supplements During Cancer: Help or Hype?Are supplements and nutraceuticals during cancer treatment helpful or all hype?

BY LAURA BEIL

Advocates Make Cancer Their MissionNo rest for advocates who’ve made cancer their mission. 

BY MARC SILVER

Contents

First Line

People, News & Events

EDITED BY STAFF

Diagnosis Cancer

Choosing an Imaging TestNot all cancer imaging tests are alike.

BY CHARLOTTE HUFF

Finding Hope

Do You Need a Cancer Coach?Cancer survivors turn to wellness coaches for guidance.

BY JENNIFER M. GANGLOFF

Healing Well

Coordinating Care After CancerFor cancer survivors, health care is anything but routine.

BY DAWN DORSEY

Caregivers' Corner

How to Manage Family Dynamics During CancerManaging family dynamics during cancer can be complicated. 

BY JANE HILL

In Every Issue

Editor's Page

The Meaning of Stem CellsThe term “stem cells” has taken on a scientific, political and conversational context over the past few years for many reasons.

BY DEBU TRIPATHY, MD

Letters from Our Readers

Comments from ReadersLetters, comments and feedback from CURE readers. 

Side Note

Managing Cancer-Related DiarrheaCancer-related diarrhea can be cause for concern.

BY KATY HUMAN

Special Report

What Caused Your Cancer?Researchers spend years uncovering what can cause cancer and what to do about it.

BY STAFF REPORTS

Food for Thought

Açaí Berry’s Effect on Cancer in QuestionAçaí berry’s effect on cancer in question.

BY JASON ROBERSON

Voices

Remaining FaithfulA daughter honors her mother by being truthful.

BY CHERYL L. RICE

Pipeline

PipelineThe latest in cancer prevention, diagnosis and treatment. 

BY LINDSAY RAY

Speaking Out

Supplement Research in Cancer LackingNutritional supplement research is unsatisfactory. 

BY BARRIE CASSILETH, PHD AND DONALD GARRITY, RD