Jeannette Moninger

April 12, 2022

The KRAS G12C gene mutation in non-small cell lung cancer has been deemed “undruggable,” but recent effective therapies have successfully targeted this mutation, leading to shrinking of tumors and longer survival.

March 02, 2022

The number of people developing leptomeningeal disease is increasing for the same reason that diagnoses of brain metastases are on the rise: People are living longer, giving cancer more time to spread.

March 01, 2022

Better therapies are on the horizon for cancer that has spread to the brain, including a clinical trial that matches patients with treatments based on unique genetic changes in brain metastases.

March 16, 2021

How should fertility preservation be addressed in patients who may not be thinking about having children yet?

February 09, 2021

Doctors have known for some time about cardiotoxicity — the toxic effects that certain cancer treatments have on the heart. Here, we take a closer look.

November 15, 2020

By 2040, experts predict there will be more than 26 million cancer survivors in America. Based on findings from several studies, these survivors can expect to spend large portions of their lives managing the disease’s effect on their physical and mental well-being.

July 27, 2020

Despite distance and a pandemic, telehealth keeps patients with cancer in close touch with their doctors.

May 28, 2020

Research links the two diseases, a double whammy that raises even more health risks, but survivors can manage the chronic condition.

November 19, 2019

Three survivors describe what life looks like seven and 15 years out from diagnosis.

October 25, 2019

Cancer coaches make the disease and survivorship more manageable with goal-oriented plans.

October 22, 2019

Here are some factors to consider when searching for a cancer coach of your own.

August 09, 2019

Cancer survivors who feel buried by costs during and after treatment can reach out to resources for help.

February 26, 2019

Donating time in the cancer community after treatment brings benefits for both volunteers and those they help.

October 24, 2018

After surgery for breast cancer or its prevention, tattoos can bring beauty, confidence and renewal.

February 21, 2018

Practicing mindfulness can help patients and their loved ones overcome stress and worry.

October 25, 2017

Programs that help improve physical appearance during cancer treatment may do even more to lift patients’ spirits.

August 02, 2017

Experts are exploring whether wearable fitness trackers can improve health during and after cancer treatment.

May 03, 2017

What to say and what not to say to a loved one impacted by cancer.

March 06, 2017

As the costs of cancer care rise, crowdfunding is helping some patients avoid a financial crash.

December 09, 2016

No matter how long you've been a smoker, quitting is still possible and the anti-cancer benefits are huge.

February 18, 2015

As a comedic actress, Julia Sweeney can usually find the humor in just about any situation, but when diagnosed with cervical cancer, she felt more of a punch than a punchline. Learning that humor was her way of healing came soon afterward, though.

February 16, 2015

Hospital laughter programs can generate physical and emotional benefits for patients with cancer.

November 25, 2014

There can be many reasons a patient is difficult to care for.

September 18, 2013

Certain properties in mushrooms may prevent and fight cancer.