Sarcoma

From investigative journalist, Drew Griffin’s cancer-related death to Jane Fonda’s lymphoma update, here’s what’s happening in the oncology space this week.

When I experienced a sarcoma recurrence in 2017, I was given less than a 10% chance to live for five years. Now that I’ve surpassed that statistic and celebrated my five-year wedding anniversary, I’ve proven to myself that I’m not defined by cancer statistics.

Tecentriq was approved by the FDA for adults and children aged two years and older with advanced alveolar soft part sarcoma, a disease typically diagnosed in approximately 80 patients per year in the U.S.

For some, sticking to healthy habits can be difficult, but when I was going through cancer, I felt that my life depended on it.

A nonprofit organization aims to connect patients, caregivers and loved ones affected by sarcoma while educating those about the rare cancer.

From “Star Trek” actors supporting the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network to Michelle Obama meeting with a sarcoma survivor and an update on Jane Fonda’s cancer, here’s what’s happening in the cancer space this week.

An expert writes about his experience as a sarcoma medical oncologist and how the field may progress with several therapies in the pipeline.

Brandi Benson was thousands of miles away from home serving in the military when she received her cancer diagnosis. Today she advises others going through their own journey to not give up.

For years, many of my conversations have revolved around my cancer. Now that I’m in the survivorship phase, I’m trying to be more mindful of these interactions.

I went through two grueling bouts of cancer when I was a young adult, which drastically shaped my life.

After my cancer diagnosis, my family moved to Florida, which upset me at first, but ended up being a good thing.

Writing about my cancer was cathartic for me, but my loved ones had a tough time reading it.

From a rare malignancy to sexual dysfunction, this special issue explores some of the less talked about aspects of cancer.

Here’s how I plan to handle sadness, anger, loneliness, regret and guilt that comes with rebuilding my life after cancer.

My cancer surgeon is retiring. Here’s a fond farewell to the man who saved my life — multiple times.

I'm no longer the "helpless patient with cancer," though sometimes I need a reminder to keep myself in check.

As I recover from the traumatic effects of cancer, I’m realizing that success has much to do with mindset and optimism.

Treatment with a combination of Imfinzi and the novel drug tremelimumab demonstrated promising results in certain patients with advanced or metastatic sarcoma, which are rare cancers of the bone and soft tissue.

From the late YouTuber “Technoblade” being honored by the Sarcoma Foundation of America to a country singer making a leukemia survivor’s dreams come true, here’s what’s happening in the cancer space this week.

I recently read a book about the psychology of money, and actually related much of the content to my life after osteosarcoma.

My oncology team and I decided that it was OK to decrease the frequency of cancer-related scans, leaving me both relieved and nervous.

Even in the public health shadows of the more common cancers like breast cancer, for the few but strong patients with a sarcoma diagnosis, we are obligated to spread awareness, restore hope and with specialist care, ensure the best possible outcomes.

After being diagnosed with cancer, I took a hard look at what I was eating and made some positive changes.

After cancer, I now have more empathy for people going through health crises, though when I see others posting inspirational stories on social media, I can’t help but to wonder how much strife they have actually been through.

Adolescents and young adults with sarcoma, a group of cancers that begin in the bone and soft tissue, need more education regarding chronic pain management and opioid addiction, according to a group of researchers.

Seeing a friend meet up for a business meeting made me miss my fast-paced life before cancer, but reminded me to trust the process of where I am now.

The use of the chemotherapy ifosfamide was associated with small improvements in survival outcomes in a group of patients with relapsed/refractory Ewing sarcoma, a rare type of bone or soft tissue cancer.

I trusted my oncology team with my life, so it was important that I found doctors I was comfortable with.

From chef Gordon Ramsay sharing a meal with a 13-year-old fan with Ewing sarcoma, to a dermatologist on a playground spotting a mother’s skin cancer, here’s a look at what’s happening in the cancer space this week.

I didn’t know that starting a blog and turning to social media at the age of 30 after a cancer diagnosis would be so beneficial. But, I’m glad it turned out that way.