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Working Behind the Scenes for Patients With Lung CancerA colleague nominates Jody Ruth Steinhardt for the Lung Cancer Heroes® award for her commitment to changing the world for patients with lung cancer.
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The Art of Engagement: From Cancer Survivor to ResearcherIn an era of trauma, people whose buoyancy elevates both purpose and agency shine like a flashlight in the darkness. During the past year of uncertainty, Dave Bjork was that light for many.
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I Embraced My Cancer DiagnosisWhile many parts of my cancer experience were extremely difficult, I tried to embrace it — and accept help when needed.
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Long-Term Prostate Cancer Data Highlights Risk and Survivorship NeedsResearchers followed patients for years and found that the risk of dying from prostate cancer depended on how aggressive the cancer was at diagnosis.
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The Time I First Learned About My Mom's Breast CancerAs the son of a breast cancer survivor, here is a poem recalling the time she first told me about her cancer.
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Radiation and Resilience: Laughing Through the Hardest DaysIt’s a bad day when a doctor says you have cancer. It’s a worse day when he says it’s stage prostate cancer with a metastatic lesion.
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My Rare Cervical Cancer CommunityHaving an unwavering cancer community on Facebook has given me strength, which all started after they sent a teal blanket to me.
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Chronic Conditions Can Increase the Risk of Colorectal CancerSeveral studies have identified an increased risk of colorectal cancer (CRC) among those suffering from a chronic condition such as Crohn’s disease, diabetes, or obesity. Interestingly, this association is particularly evident among millennials, meaning those who were in the 22-37 age group between 2014 and 2018.
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Oncology Teamwork With a Personal TouchThey work as a team always. In this way, they are always up-to-date on each and every patient’s condition and needs.
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Stopping Myeloma at the StartEven with all he has already done, Dr. Landgren continues to study the progression of multiple myeloma, with the goal of stopping progression and finding a cure.
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New Therapies Advance for Rare Blood Cancer Polycythemia VeraEmerging treatments like rusfertide may reduce phlebotomies and improve life for patients with polycythemia vera, according to Dr. Aaron Gerds.
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What I Would Tell Myself as a Newly Diagnosed PatientIf I could go back and talk to my newly diagnosed self, this is what I would say.
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The Gift of Darkness During CancerMy late husband and I spent a week holding hands and talking, but between the darkness and his sleep mask, without eye contact.
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Helping Patients Navigate Cancer Care Through New Treatment ModelsKasey Bowden discussed how confusing the cancer care system can be for patients and families, therefore, having a reliable support structure is vital.
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Breaking Down Clinical Trial Participation in Kidney Cancer: Is it Right for You?Dr. Michael Serzan emphasizes the importance of clinical trial participation for patients with kidney cancer.
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Addressing Unmet Needs in Differentiated Thyroid CancerBefore closing out their discussion on differentiated thyroid cancer, patients and health care professionals alike consider unmet needs in this space.
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More Than A Case ManagerHaving a daughter with cancer can be difficult, but having a nurse by your side guiding your daughter and yourself throughout the journey can make things a little less stressful.
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Increased BRCA1/2 Testing May Improve Patient OutcomesThe current testing rate for BRCA 1/2 mutations is currently 68% in HER2-negative early breast cancer, but eligible patients could receive better care if tested.
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Investigating the Addition of Surgery to ICI Therapy in Kidney CancerDr. Hyung L. Kim discusses how the addition of cytoreductive nephrectomy to ICI therapy may affect survival and quality of life those with kidney cancer.
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The Importance of Expert Opinions After a GIST DiagnosisGetting an expert opinion is essential after a rare cancer diagnosis like GIST, as each patient’s situation is unique, according to Dr. Weijing Sun.
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At 23, Cancer Never Crossed My Mind — Until My DiagnosisIn 2022, I was diagnosed with cancer at 23 years old. Here’s what I’ve learned since.
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Warmth, Friendship and Compassion in Cancer CareCarla Chapman, a nurse at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, is recognized for her unwavering support of patients, while Deb Christensen, an oncologist and patient advocate, dedicates her life to helping patients through volunteer work and education.
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Aspiring to Make a Difference for Immigrants“Don’t aspire to make a living. Let’s aspire to make a difference in the Mandarin/Cantonese-speaking community.”
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Inspirational Leader Shines Her Light Outward to OthersDr. Susan Rux, a respected nursing leader and researcher, empowers teams, mentors future leaders, and advances inclusive clinical research in kidney cancer.
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Cancer Changed How I ParentIn the depths of chemotherapy, I found myself oscillating between being gloriously present and embarrassingly permissive.
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2 Poems About My Stage 4 Hodgkin LymphomaThese poems encapsulated my successful battle with stage 4 Hodgkin lymphoma.
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I Admire My Daughter’s Strength Through MedulloblastomaAshton’s story starts with her. Our beautiful, big-hearted, kind girl.
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The New Age of Cancer SurvivorshipSurvivorship, when talking about cancer, is defined not just by the end of treatment, but by the entire journey that follows initial diagnosis.
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A Letter to My Support SystemI survived peritoneal mesothelioma thanks to the love, prayers, and support of family, friends, and strangers who reminded me I was never alone.
