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Avoiding Unhelpful Future Thinking While Fighting Cancer
Putting a focus on healing is most important before fixating on the far future. Take it one day at a time.
Empowering Oncology Colleagues to Meet Patient Needs
Caitlin Fanning, M.S.N., RN, OCN, is an oncology nurse who "focuses on empowerment."
A Year of Grace During Breast Cancer
I believe a divine intervention miraculously saved my life when I had a dream about breast cancer — it turned out to be true.
An Advocate for Both Patients and the Profession
Marie Riehl's willingness to step outside of her professional comfort zone has allowed her to be an extraordinary patient advocate.
Breast Cancer Vaccines Could Possibly Make a Change for “So Many”
“I think there is a very near future where we have available breast cancer vaccines for all of us, our children and for everybody,” said Kristen Dahlgren.
No Alcohol Means Improving My Well-Being, Especially With Lynch Syndrome
Quitting drinking alcohol was so important for my well-being and also decreases the threat of developing certain cancers, especially with Lynch syndrome.
My Prophylactic Mastectomy Experience
My family history of breast cancer emphasized the need to take precautions seriously, especially in consideration of my two children.
FDA Speeds Up Review of Novel Small Cell Lung Cancer Drug
The Food and Drug Administration will speed up its review of SNB-101 to treat patients with small cell lung cancer.
Let Doctors Deal With the Cancer Stats
When I was diagnosed and treated for a recurrence of AML, I was given an abundance of statistical information through required medical expert orations and accredited literature.
A Transformational Leader and Friend in Cancer Care
Ludmila brings warmth and compassion to the patient, treating each individual as important.
Palliative Care: The Superheroes of Oncology
After seeing how palliative care helped me through cancer, I now advocate for these services to other patients.
Beyond Cancer Care
Kelly Bailey, M.S.N., RN, OCN, is an extraordinary oncology nurse.
Certain Immunotherapy Drugs Not Recommended for Pregnant Women With Cancer
When possible, immune checkpoint inhibitors should be avoided in pregnant women with cancer due to lung inflammation and possible miscarriage, researchers found.
Emergency Department Use Common Among AYA Cancer Survivors
Nearly 40% of AYA cancer survivors visit an emergency department within five years after diagnosis for reasons including headache and chest pressure.
Validating My Feelings During Cancer
When people try to cheer me up when I feel a certain way towards my cancer, it makes me feel like my feelings aren't valid.
‘Game of Thrones’ Actor Dies, Hank Green Launches Cancer Comedy Series and More
From Ian Gelder of “Game of Thrones” dying of cancer to Hank Green’s upcoming cancer comedy series, here’s what’s happening in the oncology space this week.
A Poem About Cancer, My Friend
During a chemotherapy session for colon cancer, I wrote two poems about my take on cancer.
A Passion for Helping People With Cancer
“I was a senior in high school when my father was diagnosed, so I became his caregiver while my mother worked. All of that is what drove me to where I am today," an oncology nurse explained.
Social Support Is Key During BiTE Therapy for Blood Cancers
An oncology nurse discusses what patients should know before BiTE therapy, and what they can do if they do not have a social support system.
How My Cancer Telehealth Session Went Off the Rails
When I found out my PSA levels were rising, I was so overwhelmed moments leading up to my telehealth session with my urologist.
Keytruda Regimen Misses Goal in Endometrial Cancer Trial
Adding Keytruda to chemotherapy with or without radiotherapy did not improve disease-free survival in newly diagnosed high-risk endometrial cancer.
A Poem on Breast Cancer Remission
After being diagnosed with breast cancer, I turned to writing as a form of healing.
Ojemda Preserves Quality of Life, Limits Cognitive Effects in Low-Grade Glioma
Ojemda treatment for certain patients with pediatric low-grade glioma is “well-tolerated” and may be safer than traditional options, an expert told CURE®.
Most BCG-Unresponsive Bladder Cancer Responds to TAR-200 Treatment
A novel delivery system of gemcitabine called TAR-200 led to promising responses in certain patients with non-muscle-invasive bladder cancer.
The Hard Truth About My Child’s Cancer
As a society, we shouldn't accept the "norm" of people younger than 50 receiving diagnoses or dying from cancer.
FDA to Review Injectable Opdivo for All Approved Indications
The Food and Drug Administration granted a Biologics License Application for subcutaneous Opdivo for potential approval.
Navigating Breast Cancer Can Be a Journey of Hope and Togetherness
I watched my family members go through breast and ovarian cancer diagnoses, and knew that one day, I’d have my own major medical decisions to make.
Easing a Hospital Stay for a Patient With Cancer as an Oncology Nurse
Jessica McDade, B.S.N., RN, OCN, explains how she helps make her patients’ experience “a little less daunting” during their hospital stay.
PET Scans May Identify Patients With Breast Cancer Who May Not Need Chemo
PET scans were helpful in determining which patients with HER2-positive early breast cancer may be able to skip chemotherapy.
The Importance of Telling Your Cancer Story Honestly
Good news in the cancer space is great, but we need to share more cancer stories about the good, bad and the ugly