Katie Kosko

The NCCN updated their guidelines on treatment for myeloproliferative neoplasms (MPNs), outlining diagnosis, treatment and care strategies.

A woman won a lawsuit against Johnson & Johnson, claiming that its baby powder caused her ovarian cancer.

Androgen deprivation therapy may be linked to dementia in men with prostate cancer, according to a recent study.

The three winners of an international competition were awarded grant money to further develop their innovations to better the lives of patients with cancer.

While planning to start her family, Carmen Phaneuf learned that a cancer diagnosis may be in her future. Now, the multiple myeloma survivor urges others to live each day to the fullest.

Some men with cancer may feel more comfortable discussing their diagnosis over a couple of beers than in a more formal support group. M Powerment is here to help.

Patients who undergo stem cell transplants often experience negative effects that affect their quality of life, but palliative care can help.

The chemotherapy agent capecitabine causes some patients to lose their fingerprints.

After multiple bouts with cancer, Taylor Hendrix was inspired to become an oncology nurse.

The cleanliness of drinking water can vary, so for those who are immunocompromised, it can be a good idea to take precautions.

After their use skyrocketed, the FDA placed regulations on electronic cigarettes, gaining praise from many cancer organizations.

Deborah S. Derman created an adult coloring book to help patients cope with difficult times.

Serving as a caregiver to a loved one with cancer is particularly challenging, and training could make the experience more manageable.

Being insured by Medicaid may affect the prognosis of a patient with GBM, according to a recent study.

The MPN Research Foundation wants to empower patients through initiatives such as their MPN patient registry.

A recent study proved that patients with early stage lung cancer who live in areas with poor air quality have shorter survival spans than those who live where the air quality is better.

A recent study revealed that people of color tend to have poorer prognoses than white people when diagnosed with melanoma.

Previous studies have shown the benefit yoga has for women with breast cancer, but a recent study also showed that the activity has potential benefits for men with prostate cancer as well.

In recent years, concern has grown over the ultraviolet (UV) lights used to dry the gel nail polish. They give off UVA rays, which cause aging and skin cancer.

Early detection of new or recurrent melanoma can be aided by checking skin with a partner who has been trained to identify concerning moles on the body.

At the Cancer Moonshot Summit, the vice president announced several new initiatives that support the program’s goals of speeding up cancer research.

Group acupuncture plays a beneficial role for the management of side effects for patients with breast cancer.

At the 2016 ASCO Annual Meeting, the vice president called for a commitment to team science, improved patient access to clinical trials, and announced a new cancer genomic and clinical data-sharing resource.

Heal magazine spoke with the Dubins about their organization, AliveAndKickn, which raises awareness and empowerment for those with Lynch syndrome.

High cost does not always mean better chances of survival for elderly patients with MDS, according to a recent study.

Cigarette smoking is the No. 1 risk factor for lung cancer. But there is now promising news for people who are battling the addiction.

When a bone cancer diagnosis at age 13 stopped James Ragan from playing sports, he found the art of film, which continued to play a major role in the rest of his life.

Researchers are identifying a link between drinking well water from the North East and developing bladder cancer.

A recent study where glioblastoma patients underwent laser surgery to kill tumors cells proved to have extra benefits, showing promise to treating the deadly disease.

Hand massage was proven to not only reduce patient anxiety while undergoing chemotherapy, but also to strengthen nurse-patient relationships.