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Targeted Drug Combination Can Have Long-Lasting Results for Some With BRAF-Mutated Melanoma
August 2nd 2019Figuring out whether to take targeted drugs or immunotherapy can be challenging for patients with metastatic melanoma that expresses a BRAF gene mutation, but there are rules of thumb that can help.
Breaking Free from the Cancer 'Victim' Mentality
August 2nd 2019After a cancer diagnosis, a person's identity may change. Often, one may choose to identify with familiar cancer terminology such as "patient," "survivor," or even "victim." These identities can form a lasting positive or negative impact on a person's life.
Cancer Survivorship, Side Effects and Seeking Second Opinions
August 1st 2019When I got CURE®’s spring issue in the mail; I couldn’t put it down! Now that I’m going into my 10th year of survival from a highly aggressive cancer; it’s my turn to write about my experiences based on the stories in this issue.
Patients With Cancer Are Different From the Average Plastic Surgery Client
July 31st 2019Now that I have completed my surgeries, chemotherapy and radiation, I have decided to focus on one important part of my treatment and share my experience with you. Maybe I can reach the right people so that others won’t have to experience what I did.