Survivorship

From the death of a Netflix actress due to stomach cancer complications to an NFL star sharing his chemo experience, here is this week’s cancer news.

Dr. Tycel Phillips discusses the FDA approval of a Calquence combo in MCL, making it the first and only BTK inhibitor approved for first line therapy.

Dr. John Oertle discussed the significance of World Cancer Day, raising awareness about cancer care advancements and improving patient outcomes.

Breast cancer affected my looks and self-esteem, but I found small things could make a big difference in feeling pretty again.

An expert explains the new phase of Princess Kate’s cancer journey as she enters remission.

As someone who has overcome colorectal cancer, I reflect on the support I received from others and vow to continue their legacy of advocacy.

When I recognize my frustration and dissapointment with the test results for my chronic lymphocytic leukemia, I find comfort in listening to music.

As I shift from an oncologist to a gynecologist for breast screenings, I examine both my reluctance to let go of the past and my hopes for the future.

I've learned to embrace the changing nature of my body as I age, accepting the challenges and finding gratitude in each day.

When you’ve had cancer do doctors assume every ailment is cancer for you?

Author and kidney cancer survivor Katie Coleman explains why patients with cancer need to advocate for themselves when navigating the medical system.

Celebrating Thanksgivings after cancer has made me appreciate all aspects of life even more and to truly cherish times of laughter and memories.

As a four-time cancer survivor, I can tell you that survivorship means many things to each survivor.

After my breast cancer diagnosis, I decided to take a more active role in my treatment plan, opting for radiation therapy over chemotherapy due to concerns about side effects.

Preoccupied with other worries during October, a month full of cancer anniversaries, I reflect on how Pinktober caught up with me.

Carla Deschamps shares her experience with colon cancer and how her brother, sisters and parents helped her through the journey.

The risk of cardiovascular disease is elevated in cancer survivors, regardless of treatment, and is influenced by cancer type and treatment-related factors.

I bought 14 precious cancer bracelets in a discount store to help spread awareness about cancer — something I’m ready to speak out about.

I am still struggling to navigate the intrusive questions of well-meaning strangers 17 years after surviving inflammatory breast cancer.

Through journaling and connecting with my faith, I was able to embrace everything I was thinking and feeling during colon cancer.

Rachele is a cancer survivor herself. She can apply her story when relating to patients and their families.

Cancer-related fatigue is felt physically, mentally and emotionally, which can significantly affect one’s quality of life.

Treatment with Yescarta for B-cell lymphoma may be promising within the first five years, but the risk of secondary cancers may reduce survival long term.

Try out these 3 recipes to add different flavor combinations to your meals and provide adequate nutrition for cancer survivors.

As a cancer survivor, I’ve found that support from friends and family makes a difference, so here are three ways they can help during survivorship.

Annie Bond, a comedian and survivor of metastatic breast cancer, started making videos on social media to cultivate a community she needed after her diagnosis.

While spending weeks in the hospital for acute myeloid leukemia, I tried eight fun things to keep me busy.

If you have lymphedema after breast cancer and want to enjoy the company of cats, there are strategies to avoid potential problems, especially scratches.