Fall 2017 Vol. 07 Issue 03
-
From the Editor-in-Chief
Metabolism and CancerCan cancer's dependence on sugar help researchers find new targets to treat the disease?
by William G. Nelson, MD, PhD
-
-
Your Cancer Guide
Clinical Trial ConsiderationsLearn what questions to ask before participating in a study.
by Hester Hill Schnipper
-
Caregiving With Confidence
The Dangers of Caring Too MuchShifting some responsibilities may empower your loved one and strengthen your relationship.
by Aimee Swartz
-
Breaking Down a Cancer DiagnosisDuring her husband's treatment for metastatic prostate cancer, Jan Manarite learned what questions to ask. Now she shares what she learned with others.
by Marci A. Landsmann
-
Cancer Control in the CommunitySuccessful public health initiatives to prevent, detect and treat cancer require widespread community participation.
by Marci A. Landsmann
-
Challenges Remain for Kids With CancerMore children are being treated successfully for cancer. Yet researchers continue searching for new therapies that will help kids who don't respond to standard treatments.
by Cameron Walker
-
Scholarships for SurvivorsCancer survivor creates scholarship fund for young adult cancer survivors.
by Lindsey Konkel
-
Vaccines: Looking Within for Cancer TreatmentResearchers are testing treatment vaccines that spur the immune system to attack cancer.
by Stephen Ornes
-
Advocacy in Action
Fearless FriendsLori Marx-Rubiner and AnneMarie Ciccarella met on social media and grew close through their cancer research advocacy.
by Sue Rochman
-
-
-
In the Moment- Fall 2017Wanda Huskins, Renee Soriano, Holly Hamer.
Using high-dose testosterone after prostate cancer stops responding to androgen deprivation therapy can stop tumor growth.
by Sandra Gordon
Financial Screenings for People with CancerCancer patients say they want to be asked about their financial needs on a regular basis.
by Pamela Appea
Let Me Tell You a Story About the Power of Medical ResearchTen-year-old Michael Methner told his story about being diagnosed with optic nerve glioma at the AACR’s Rally for Medical Research.
by Cancer Research Catalyst
Aggressive Approach to Very Advanced Cancer Does Not Extend SurvivalStudy shows no benefit from treatment for cancers at very advanced stages of progression. Researchers urge end-of-life planning for these patients.
by Kyle Bagenstose
-
AACR Grant Propels Progress in Immunotherapy ResearchA grant from the American Association for Cancer Research (AACR) helped Marco Ruella, MD, develop a new approach to immunotherapy.
-
Self-screening for Cancer: Home Sweet HomeNew cervical cancer self-screening options and a portable blood test device could lead to changes in at-home cancer screening.
Alexis Browning
