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May 14, 2020
Ask Dr. Markman: How long does the COVID-19 virus live on surfaces? Do men have a higher risk of getting infected?Dr. Maurie Markman, President of Medicine & Science at CTCA, answers your questions in his weekly Twitter Q&A.
May 13, 2020
Changes in cancer treatment schedules may be possible, but proceed with cautionCancer treatments are typically delivered on a strict schedule. Even so, changing treatment schedules during the COVID-19 pandemic may be possible.
May 12, 2020
COVID-19 and GI symptoms an added concern for cancer patientsCOVID-19 is not just a respiratory illness. Many patients with the virus also experience digestive symptoms that may cause complications in cancer patients.
May 8, 2020
How do cancer treatments damage the immune system?It’s important for cancer patients to know how cancer treatments may damage the immune system, potentially leading to conditions that increase the risk of infection.
May 7, 2020
Ask Dr. Markman: Can I participate in a clinical trial? Does having a BRCA mutation increase my risk of COVID-19?Dr. Maurie Markman answered your questions about cancer, COVID-19, clinical trials and more in his weekly Twitter Q&A.
May 6, 2020
Need to relax? Here are nine easy ways to help ease your stressRelaxation and relieving stress may help you remain strong and focused during your cancer treatment.
May 5, 2020
Cooking during COVID-19: Skip the store, raid the cupboard for these healthy recipesLooking for meals that don’t require a trip to the grocery store? Here are six versatile recipes for hearty and healthy meals that can be made with ingredients most people have on hand.
May 1, 2020
New hospital guidelines to improve access for cancer careNew federal guidelines may now allow patients access to care that may have been put off
April 30, 2020
Ask Dr. Markman: Will the BCG vaccine protect me from COVID-19? Can my pets get the virus?Dr. Maurie Markman, President of Medicine & Science at CTCA, answers your questions about cancer, COVID-19 and more in his weekly Twitter Q&A.
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