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Under Medicare’s new oncology care model, patient-centric treatment aims to save money while improving health outcomes.

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved Leukine (sargramostim) for the treatment of adult and pediatric patients who are exposed to myelosuppressive doses of radiation that results in a hematopoietic subsyndrome of acute radiation syndrome.

Every survivor has a story about our disease, and what we choose to believe can change everything.

Although genetic testing could be crucial in developing treatment plans and improving outcomes in women with ovarian and breast cancer, less than 20 percent of eligible patients actually get tested, according to Mike Janicek, M.D.

After being diagnosed, my first inclination was to to go to my bedroom, put my head under the covers and ignore the world. Fiends kept calling me and I ignored the calls. Finally, I answered the telephone in frustration.

Mobile apps may help teens and young adults stick with their medication schedules, a nurse scientist finds.

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved Fulphila (pegfilgrastim-jmdb) as the first biosimilar to Neulasta (pegfilgrastim) to reduce the risk for febrile neutropenia in patients treated with chemotherapy in certain types of cancer.

We may not always feel happy when healing from cancer, but smiling and wearing an influential color can help.

Take a look at the top five CURE stories of May 2018 in this video.

Seven points about what is means to be a survivor

While many advocacy groups set out to raise money for cancer research, a first-of-its-kind charitable crowdfunding platform, called Sound Affects, has set out to change how the war on cancer is fought and financed, all with support from musical talents.

The group is seeking 1,000 people, diagnosed with breast cancer before the age of 40, to complete an online survey about how the journey affected them financially. The survey will support the organization’s efforts to bring more benefits to patients in need.

I know my life will never be the same again. I will not ever be well or free of chemo and treatments and shots and blood counts and bone marrow biopsies. I have slowly become used to my new way of life.

Fueled by the tragic loss of their son, Tony and his wife Vicky Martell built the foundation by working closely with their passionate friends in the music industry to continue his legacy and expand the foundation’s fundraising initiatives every year.

Sometimes breast cancer warriors need subtle reminders of their courageous fight. One survivor received that message from a coffee mug.

When diagnosing patients with multiple myeloma, it is important to identify the specific stage, mutations and risk level of the disease to determine the most effective treatment method, according to Jeffrey Wolf, M.D.

There are now three PARP inhibitors approved for the treatment of ovarian cancer, improving outcomes of many of the women who take them.

In April 2017, I thought I felt a new mass in my remaining testicle, but it ended up being clear. In May 2018, it happened again... but this time, it was different.

Insomnia is a common issue that many patients and survivors face. However, cognitive behavioral therapy and acupuncture was proven to be helpful in a recent study.

How two crazy uncles have helped me through my battles with cancer, and eventually faced battles of their own.

Paradigms are shifting in the way that ovarian cancer is being treated.

Written by a breast cancer survivor, a book I recently read is still applicable to me as a testicular cancer survivor.

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has granted a priority review to a new drug application (NDA) for gilteritinib for the treatment of adult patients with FLT3 mutation–positive relapsed or refractory acute myeloid leukemia (AML), according to Astellas Pharma, the manufacturer of the FLT3 inhibitor.

The FDA has granted a priority review to a new drug application (NDA) for larotrectinib for the treatment of adult and pediatric patients with locally advanced or metastatic solid tumors with an NTRK gene fusion, according to Bayer and Loxo Oncology, the codevelopers of the pan-TRK inhibitor.

How even "Indiana Jones" can remind a survivor of medical procedures from years ago.

It seems there are apps for everything under the sun, but did you know there are many health-related apps for our phones that might be beneficial to you?

A rudimentary knowledge of the alphabet is one of the first things a school aged child learns, but sometimes, adults need a refresher course, especially when choosing a prosthesis.

An Extraordinary Healer essay honoring JACKIE MILLER, B.S.N., RN, OCN [PENN MEDICINE VIRTUA CANCER PROGRAM, VOORHEES, NEW JERSEY]

Memorial Day has multiple meanings for this cancer survivor.

Communication between health care professionals and institutions can be vital to ensure the best treatment possible.