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Clinical genetics experts see value in testing more women for BRCA mutations.

A two-time, nine-year cancer survivor offers some suggestions to newly diagnosed cancer survivors.

For National Family Caregivers Month, here’s a round-up of the latest news and updates that focus on the friends and family members that take up the role of caregiver when their loved ones need them most.

Cancer can trigger symptoms that seem as mysterious as their name: paraneoplastic syndromes.

Think you're in control of your healthcare team? A recent experience reminded this patient that though it's her body, others may not consider her in charge of its care.

From the latest report on the “State of Lung Cancer” to NASA-style workouts for patients with cancer, here’s what is making headlines in the cancer space this week.

The Food and Drug Administration has approved Brukinsa to treat patients with mantle cell lymphoma whose disease has stopped responding to other medications or has recurred.

Researchers have discovered that a diet rich in fiber and yogurt may protect against lung cancer.

A new study suggests distributing self-testing kits by mail helps bring effective testing to underserved populations and makes it easier for women to get tested on their own time.

The Elvin Howard, Sr. Pancreatic Cancer Advocacy Foundation (Elvin Howard, Sr. PCAF) and Let’s Win have released a new public service announcement (PSA) to raise awareness of pancreatic cancer in people of color.

Here’s a sneak peek at what’s inside our Heal Fall 2019 issue.

One breast cancer survivor shares the whirlwind of emotions that accompanied her while sitting in the waiting room.

To combat the stigma around mental health care for patients with lung cancer, survivor Nancy Cohen shares her own treatment story and why she feels it's important to include mental health care during cancer treatment.

The investigational agent tipifarnib shows promise in patients with head and neck cancer who have a certain gene mutation.

When asked how they are, patients with cancer often find it simplest to say that they’re fine. Unfortunately, that may be far from the truth.

Results from a new study suggest there may be a simpler, cheaper, more accessible way to screen for cervical pre-cancer.

A nurse practitioner explains why it is key for patients with lung cancer being treated with immunotherapy to be aware of the treatment’s potential side effects.

Life with cancer presents endless challenges and suffocating anxiety, but it's taught me a valuable lesson about relationships.

We asked our readers, what is the most important lesson cancer has taught you?

Researchers from Yale Cancer Center have created a platform to identify genetic mutations that might drive cervical cancer.

The darkness of survivor’s guilt can arise at any point, but there are ways to lighten the load.

​A first of its kind in Westchester, this conference will provide patients, caregivers and medical professionals with critical information on treatments and living well with advanced breast cancer.

Depression is a common side effect of cancer. In this post, survivor Bonnie Annis shares her insights regarding popular game show host, Alex Trebek, during his battle with pancreatic cancer and depression.

For Lung Cancer Awareness Month, here’s a round-up of the latest news and updates in this disease space.

The saying goes that hindsight is 20/20, but often, individuals who have dealt with cancer express that they would have plenty to say if they could go back and talk to themselves before cancer entered the picture.

Michelle Velez received a stage 4 choriocarcinoma diagnosis after a molar pregnancy spread throughout her body.

Helping children with life-threatening illnesses find the joy in music that's created just for them.

Patients with cancer who identify as lesbian, gay or bisexual face disparities in the care that they receive, according to study findings.

One survivor shares her experience with the unexpected gynecological challenges she struggled with after cancer treatment.

From new data released about CRISPR technology’s safety to Will Smith sharing his colonoscopy with the world, here’s what is making headlines in the cancer space this week.