Don Vaughan

April 13, 2023

More awareness is needed to understand the benefits of both supportive care and palliative care in lung cancer.

October 18, 2022

An FDA approval put Ki-67 scoring — which may predict tumor growth — in the spotlight, but what that means long term to patients depends on who you ask.

October 13, 2022

A woman with stage 2 invasive ductal carcinoma — a type of breast cancer that begins in the milk ducts of the breast — shares how her experience as an employee at a breast cancer research facility helped her push against doctors who minimized her ultrasound findings and how her Ki-67 score informed her treatment choices.

October 11, 2022

“I believe the key for many is to turn prostate cancer from a lethal disease to a chronic disease. That’s what we’re trying to do,” says an expert at the University of California, San Francisco.

March 15, 2022

Regardless of a man’s age, providing care to a partner or family member with cancer has been shown to take a drastic toll on their health. To make matters worse, research shows many men struggle in silence.

October 28, 2021

Although being in a close relationship during the cancer journey can dramatically improve outcomes, the stress of treatment and the diagnosis itself can take a toll on couples, sometimes in a negative way.

July 20, 2021

As patients aged 65 or older receive a diagnosis of cancer, their treatment course and priorities may differ from their younger counterparts.

April 26, 2021

Because of their age, disease state and comorbid conditions, older patients need supportive care.

December 06, 2017

Organizations offer free services and goods for patients with cancer.

December 14, 2016

Obesity can negatively affect cancer treatment outcomes, trigger disease recurrence and shorten longevity. Organized weight loss programs and exercise can help patients protect themselves.

June 06, 2016

Cancer-related picture books can help children better understand and face cancer.

May 17, 2016

Telling cancer stories through comics and graphic novels can be therapeutic for writers, illustrators and their audiences.

August 19, 2015

Far removed from the nearest oncologist, those in rural areas often face barriers to cancer diagnosis and treatment. Telemedicine is one solution.

April 10, 2015

The diagnosis of a hereditary syndrome that can lead to colorectal cancer—such as Lynch syndrome or familial adenomatous polyposis (FAP)—can be permanently life-changing, counselors and patients agree.

April 07, 2015

Hereditary syndromes that can cause colorectal cancers are uncommon, but for those who have them, diagnosis and preventive measures are key.

February 19, 2015

Experts offer tips for patients and survivors to overcome feelings of guilt.

February 17, 2015

Survivor guilt can be an obstacle for survivors of cancer.

September 25, 2014

Overattentive caregivers can undermine patient recovery.

September 25, 2014

Overattentive caregivers can undermine patient recovery.

June 16, 2014

Caregivers are key to transitioning patients throughout the course of care.

June 16, 2014

For cancer caregivers, preparation is key to reducing the potential for hospital readmission.

March 08, 2014

How to answer those "How can I help?" questions after a cancer diagnosis.

March 05, 2014

Who to tell, when to tell and how to answer all those questions about your cancer.

December 09, 2013

Pediatric cancer treatment has come a long way, but health problems persist in survivorship.

December 09, 2013

A recent report notes that certain health issues observed in young adult survivors are typically seen in much older individuals.

December 09, 2013

According to the National Cancer Institute, PTSD can affect adult survivors of childhood cancer.

September 18, 2013

When grandparents become caregivers, family dynamics can change.

September 18, 2013

Support groups or a listening ear can be helpful to grandparents who care for a sick child.

June 19, 2013

Studies suggest mind-body surgery prep may reduce anxiety and help healing.

June 19, 2013

Robert Kyle is changing lives through research.