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Cancer Helped Me Find My Way Home
When I started receiving chemotherapy for stage 3B lung cancer, I initially felt hopeless.
An Oncology Nurse Who Lives for Others
Luca Biagiotti, RN, did everything he could to build a relationship with this patient and make him feel less lonely at the hospital.
A Champion for Compassionate Cancer Care and and Excellence
Under her exceptional leadership in oncology navigation, the impact on patient outcomes has been nothing short of transformative.
Carvykti Associated With Improved Survival in R/R Multiple Myeloma
Treatment with the CAR-T cell therapy Carvykti has been reported to improve survival among some patients with multiple myeloma.
Crowdfunding for Cancer Care Is a Touchy Subject
After a friend sent me a link to her GoFundMe page for her cancer care, I had to think long and hard about how to respond.
Lead Singer of Heart Diagnosed With Cancer, Postpones Tour, Dick Vitale Set to Receive Cancer Surgery and More
From the lead singer of Heart’s cancer diagnosis and postponing their tour to Dick Vitale’s upcoming cancer surgery, here’s what’s going on in the cancer space this week.
My 'Pillars of Support' During Ovarian Cancer
After leaving an unsupportive support group for ovarian cancer, I finally found my pillars of support.
The Definition of an Extraordinary Cancer Nurse
As someone who watched her father battle cancer, I can tell you firsthand how much of a difference a great oncology nurse can make in a patient’s journey.
I Learned About the Omentum After Losing Mine to Cancer
Having my omentum removed after an ovarian cancer diagnosis impacted my quality of life.
Augtyro Approved in NTRK-Positive Cancers, Pediatric Research Continues
The Food and Drug Administration recently approved Augtyro for the treatment of patients ages 12 and older with solid tumors harboring an NTRK gene fusion.
Permanent Hearing Loss May Occur Immediately After Chemo, Expert Says
For survivors who had received cisplatin chemotherapy, an expert advised routine hearing checks and wearing earplugs in loud places to maintain hearing.
New Cancer Vaccine Shows Promise in Melanoma
Following promising European trial results, a new peptide vaccine for melanoma is being studied in America, with results expected next year.
Common Platitudes Can Be Hurtful to People With Cancer
“Everything happens for a reason,” is among some of the unhelpful things you can say to someone with cancer.
Antibody Testing May Decrease Infection Risk in Blood Cancer Survivors
More frequent immunoglobulin G testing was associated with a decreased risk of severe infections in patients with CLL and non-Hodgkin lymphoma.
Unexpected Angel and Boob in a Box: Two Stories from a Cancer Survivor
From an unexpected encounter in the gym to finding her first prosthesis, a breast cancer survivor recounts two impactful stories in her cancer experience.
Stomach-Preserving Surgery May Improve Early Gastric Cancer Outcomes
Patients with early-stage gastric cancer may consider stomach-preserving surgery, as it led to better quality-of-life and nutritional outcomes in a study.
Expert Talks Differences Between Recent FDA-Approved Endometrial Cancer Therapies
For patients with endometrial cancer that is dMMR, the two new drug approvals lead to more options, with a new option for patients with pMMR disease, too.
Humor Helped Me Through Cancer
Sometimes, laughter really is the best medicine, so I tried to maintain a sense of humor through my cancer treatments.
Oncology Drug Shortage May Not Lead to Suboptimal Care
Although there are still cancer drugs in short supply, the chief medical officer at the NCCN explained that most patients will not get suboptimal care.
Oncologist Debunks Clinical Trial Myths
Before enrolling in a clinical trial for metastatic breast cancer, it’s important to know which are best suited for each individual, an expert said.
FDA Approvals for Solid Cancers in June
The Food and Drug Administration issued six approvals for solid tumors in June, including thyroid, endometrial, colorectal, breast and ovarian cancers.
Moments in Nature Offered Calm Amidst Cancer
Being in nature calms me, and I realized that research backs up what I’ve been experiencing.
Some With MDS May Benefit from Delaying Stem Cell Transplants
For patients with MDS who benefit from delaying transplants, it’s important to take care of their health while savoring their time before transplant.
Dancing Through Breast Cancer Taught Me to Live
When my nurse navigator told me to dance during breast cancer, dancing reminded me to face cancer head-on.
Blessed to Have an Oncology Nurse in My Corner
Jessica MacIntyre, M.B.A., DNP, APRN, AOCNP, was a huge help to me and my family during my three bouts with cancer as well as my stem cell transplant in 2016.
Positivity Helped Me Survive Multiple Myeloma
"For their love, support and kindness, I am eternally grateful and blessed to have such people in our lives," said Levinson.
Loving My 50s After Having Breast and Ovarian Cancers
After my mom died at 50 years old, I was certain I wasn't going to reach 50. I'm glad I was wrong.
Palliative Care’s Role in Helping Patients With Breast Cancer, Their Families
One specialist explained the ways palliative care, also known as supportive care, can assist patients during a breast cancer journey.
Integrative Methods Address Common Breast Cancer Quality-of-Life Issues
At the CURE® Educated Patient® Breast Cancer Summit, an expert discussed integrative methods that can improve quality of life.
Learning to Love My Post-Chemo Hair
Losing my hair during chemo treatments wasn't the hard part. The process of it growing back was.