Cancer Horizons

What is Lymphoma - Lymphoma refers to a deadly cancer of your lymphatic system, including the spleen, glands, bone marrow, and lymph nodes (lymph glands).

Important Information About Stage 4 Lymphoma – Lymphoma, as the name, suggests that relates to your lymphatic system. The system comprises a network of lymph nodes and vessels specialized to drain lymphatic fluid

Researchers see hope for melanoma treatments while focusing on bacteria in the gut By Kathryn E. Vinson, MS, CCRC When we were kids, we learned

Lung cancer is not only caused by smiling – great article on things to look out for

Understanding the signs and symptoms of cancer of the uterine lining By Kathryn E. Vinson, MS, CCRC In the world of cancer, there are some

A look at new research and discoveries in the field of bladder cancer By Kathryn E. Vinson, MS, CCRC Despite being the tenth most common

Affecting all races and genders equally, this indiscriminate beast takes loved ones at a terrifying rate By Kathryn E. Vinson, MS, CCRC From the time

Overcoming the odds and living with MBC By Kathryn E. Vinson, MS, CCRC It is a sad fact of life that once a person reaches

There are few words in my mind that evoke more fear than pancreatic cancer. Even those with limited knowledge of the disease know that it

Lymphoma Diagnosis and Treatment - A lymphoma diagnosis is terrifying. First, you will experience shock, and then terror. Shock because we all go through life

When we talk about stage 4 cancers, a lot of the time we hear about the disease spreading to the bones. It is important for us to understand that this is very different from cancer that originates in the bone.

Lymphoma is a scary word. Most of us know that our lymph nodes have something to do with our immune system, but beyond that, it’s a pretty gray area. With lymphomas and leukemias, however, its harder for us to pinpoint the where, and even the why.

The current treatment method for stage 4 kidney cancer is surgical intervention, if possible, embolization and radiation treatment. I say “if possible” because surgery

The symptoms of stage 4 cervical cancer can be difficult to differentiate from other diseases, so if you experience these symptoms, please see your gynecologist soon

Colon cancer is another one of those types of cancer that can be silent in its early stages – which is why routine screening according to your physician’s recommendations are so vital.

The most common symptoms of thyroid cancer are typically painless swelling in the front of the neck, below the Adam’s apple and difficulty swallowing.

Is it time to “Man Up” and no longer ignore the warning signs of prostate cancer? check out what those are and get in for an exam

It’s time to notice the early warning signs of bladder cancer such as frequent urination, blood in urine, pain, trouble urinating or the feeling you always need to go

Some cancers discriminate – men versus women – senior citizens versus middle-aged adults – race versus race. Some cancers, however, don’t really care who they hit and lung cancer is one of those.

Any diagnosis of cancer is devastating, but when a child is involved, the unfairness of it all seems to hit just a bit harder. When caught ear;ly there is a 90% survival rate.

Pancreatic cancer is one that strikes fear in the most stoic among us. Cancer.net tells us that although pancreatic cancer accounts for only 3% of cancer diagnoses in a given year, it is responsible for 7% of cancer deaths annually.

When treating ovarian cancer, there are local treatments such as surgery and radiation, and systemic treatments such as chemotherapy, targeted therapies, and hormone therapies. Many of the hormone therapies are aimed at pre-menopausal women.

What is the difference between Hodgkin lymphoma (HL) and non-Hodgkin lymphoma (NHL)? What difference does it make for my treatment and prognosis?

As a mom, I honestly cannot think of anything more terrifying than a cancer diagnosis in one of my kids. This article takes a deep look at brain tumors in children

Stage 4 liver cancer has a long list of symptoms that can easily be mistaken for something else which is why many are initially diagnosed at late stage 4

As with cancers that affect the liver, cancers that hit the brain and nervous system can be broadly broken down into primary tumors and secondary tumors. A primary brain or nervous system tumor is one that arises from tissues in the brain and nervous system

Age, sex, overall health, race, and even socio-economic status have a big hand in the survival rates for colon cancer, and all cancers.

About 39% of colorectal cancers are diagnosed at stage 2 or earlier and have a fairly good prognosis, learn more…

Is there anything that we can do to lessen our child’s risk of developing this terrible disease? Let’s talk today about leukemia risk factors and its effect on kids

Breast cancer detection can be a difficult thing based on the many changes that occur in a woman’s life but early detection is still the best cure. Great article from Kathryn Vinson.