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Most Patients Want Complementary Therapies at the Start of Cancer Care
While most patients want to learn more about complementary therapies, like exercise and nutrition, before undergoing cancer treatment, barriers exist to both patients and clinicians, research found.
When It Comes to Cancer, Are We What We Eat?
After being diagnosed with cancer 13 years ago, I began to wonder if my diet had anything to do with it — so I made some changes to eat better.
Educating Patients About Cancer Disparities Can Empower Them in Screening and Treatment Decisions
When patients are aware of cancer disparities, it can empower them to be proactive about their care to close the prognostic gap between races.
A Glimmer of Hope for Those With Lung Cancer
An Owl Drawing Demonstration and an Ask for Some Wise Input from the Cancer Community
Being a creative, I learned to solve many of the problems that life threw my way. But being artistically gifted was worthless for dealing with the stark realities of my wife’s cancer.
Expert Answers Common Questions About Ostomies After GI Cancer Surgery
From odor to diet concerns, a nurse practitioner answers common questions about colostomies and ileostomies from patients with cancer.
On Living Life and Filling the Voids of Cancer
My family put off future plans because of my cancer, but now I’ve decided to take risks and do what we always hoped to accomplish.
FDA Approves Elahere for Platinum-Resistant Gynecologic Cancers
The FDA approved Elahere for patients with pretreated, folate receptor alpha (FRα)-positive platinum-resistant gynecological cancers
Screening After a Lung Cancer Diagnosis
Does lung cancer screening continue after a person is finished with treatment and moves in to the survivorship stage?
With Transplant the Only Cure for Myelofibrosis, Clinical Trials, Patient-Provider Communication Is Key
Patients with myelofibrosis should be open about their treatment goals with their providers, and potentially consider getting a second opinion or participating in a clinical trial, one expert says.
Biomarker Testing Provides 'Real Potential' to Manage Lung Cancer
Identifying genetic mutations in lung cancer has allowed researchers to develop treatments that target specific biomarkers over the past 20 years, but more research is needed to further the space.
When It Comes to Post-Mastectomy Comfort, A Girl’s Gotta Do What a Girl’s Gotta Do
On a recent hiking trip, I first felt too hot with my homemade prostheses, but then self-conscious when I took them off.
Patients With Cancer, Survivors and Caregivers Open Up About Being 'Cancer Ghosted'
CURE® surveyed its audience to see if they had people in their life cut off communication after a cancer diagnosis, sometimes known as “cancer ghosting.” Here’s what they had to say.
'Considerable Overlap’ in Appearance of Chest Abnormalities May Delay Lung Cancer Diagnoses
Patients should describe their symptoms in detail and seek early care for suspected lung cancer, especially since the disease may resemble pneumonia and bronchitis on imaging tests.
FDA to Review Aphexda in the Transplant Setting for Patients with Multiple Myeloma
Aphexda was well tolerated and helped the majority of patients collect enough cells to go to transplant, study results showed.
Walking With Others on Their Cancer Journeys
As a pancreatic cancer survivor, I realized how important it is to help others who are in the throes of their cancer experience.
Veteran Offers Advice to Other Military Personnel With Cancer: ‘There’s Nothing Worse Than Trying to Tough It Out’
After being diagnosed with sarcoma while deployed overseas, military veteran Brandi Benson realized the importance of speaking up about health complications.
This Holiday Season, I’m Thankful for Clear Cancer Scans, Though Others Aren’t So Lucky
I have many things to be thankful for regarding my ovarian cancer: from my recent CT scan results to an excellent oncology team.
‘Duran Duran’ Guitarist Misses Hall of Fame Induction Due to Cancer, ‘Yellowstone’ Actor Discusses His Diagnosis and More
From the singer of “Duran Duran” revealing his stage 4 cancer diagnosis — and missing the band’s induction to the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame because of it — to Barry Corbin’s oral cancer fears, here’s what’s happening in the oncology space this week.
Improving Breathing After Lobectomy
Light exercises, which can be done at home, may be beneficial for patients with lung cancer.
FDA Approves Imjudo With Imfinzi and Chemo for Metastatic NSCLC Without Certain Genetic Mutations
Imjudo, Imfinzi and chemotherapy improved overall and progression-free survival in certain patients with non-small cell lung cancer.
FDA Approves Adcetris Plus Chemotherapy for Children With High-Risk Hodgkin Lymphoma
The Food and Drug Administration approved Adcetris plus chemotherapy for pediatric patients with classical high-risk Hodgkin lymphoma.
Another Health Issue Put Me Back in the ‘Cancer Gray Zone’
I once again find myself in the cancer gray zone after being diagnosed with pulmonary lung disease — will this lead to another cancer diagnosis?
Writing a Book Helped a Survivor Process Fears of Cancer Recurrence
A woman with a rare and aggressive cancer shares how writing about the realities of cancer survivorship improved her mental health and even helped strengthen her relationship with her family.
FDA OKs Clinical Trial for Novel Neuroendocrine Carcinoma Drug
A phase 2 clinical trial will evaluate iadademstat for patients with relapsed or refractory high-grade neuroendocrine carcinoma.
Many Thoughts Flooded My Mind When I Received a Cancer Diagnosis
“Was I OK with dying? Would I still be there for my dog? Can I still smoke?” — all these thoughts entered my mind when my oncologist told me that I had leukemia.
Targeting the 'Typos' for Lung Cancer Harboring Rare Genetic Mutations
New treatments may stall lung cancer progression in patients with EGFR exon 20 insertion mutations.
Boundaries Are Essential for Happy Holidays During Cancer
The thought of hosting family for a week in the middle of cancer treatment made me anxious, so I set a boundary — and felt much better after the fact.
FDA-Approved Treatment ‘Great Positive Result in the Right Direction’ for Advanced HCC, Yet Unmet Needs Remain
The FDA approved Imjudo plus Imfinzi for advanced hepatocellular carcinoma, although more work is needed to develop a treatment that cures patients, an expert said.
FDA Approves Libtayo Plus Chemotherapy for Advanced Lung Cancer Subset
The Food and Drug Administration approved Libtayo plus chemotherapy for certain patients with non-small cell lung cancer.
