November 13, 2024
One common colorectal cancer symptom led to actor’s shocking diagnosisAfter a colonoscopy, actor James Van der Beek learned that his gastrointestinal symptom was caused by colorectal cancer.
November 6, 2024
Understanding leukemia rashes and bruisesLeukemia patients may notice changes to the skin—they may bruise easily and sometimes develop red spots or a rash
October 30, 2024
Is ovarian cancer genetic? Learn about hereditary mutationsAlthough up to 25 percent of ovarian cancers are linked to an inherited genetic change, or mutation, the majority occur due to other factors.
October 24, 2024
What to know about traveling with medical equipmentMedical accessories, including syringes and oxygen devices, may pose specific challenges for patients who want to travel.
October 22, 2024
Eat this, not that: Holiday dining tips for cancer patientsEating healthy foods is especially important for cancer patients whether you’re currently in treatment or a cancer survivor.
October 16, 2024
Cancer patients face special challenges in winter weatherCancer patients may be more prone than most people to feeling cold and to catching viruses, so they have special considerations in the winter.
October 9, 2024
What to know in the first week of a cancer diagnosisPatients ask a lot of questions in the days after a cancer diagnosis, but may not always ask about the immediate and pressing priorities at hand.
October 2, 2024
Is prostate cancer in Black men linked to socioeconomics?While scientists have not determined conclusively the reason for the higher rates of prostate cancer in Black men, there’s growing evidence that social and economic factors may be significant.
September 26, 2024
Cancer in the movies: How Hollywood gets it all wrongWhen it comes to cancer in the movies, filmmakers often don’t let reality get in the way of a good story.
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