Low rates of germline genetic testing in cancer patients means information that could affect treatment isn’t available.

by Jon Kelvey

November is Lung Cancer Awareness Month. Here are stories describing lung cancer treatment advances and the experiences of people who have been through a diagnosis.

At age 26, Manny Garcia was diagnosed with and fought pancreatic cancer.

by Karon Warren

Strange symptoms led cancer care nurse Eve Spiegel to an ovarian cancer diagnosis.

by Eve Spiegel

Researchers find that patients with cancer who are severely immunocompromised may benefit from a more frequent seasonal vaccine schedule.

by Sandra Gordon

Researchers share approaches for improving participation among underrepresented groups at AACR conference.

by Thomas Celona

Experts suggest patients prepare for home recovery before surgery to help maintain some control.

by Coeli Carr

It’s not always clear what to do when cancer progresses. Abigail Johnston shares how she has approached treatment decisions since her metastatic breast cancer diagnosis in 2017.

by Abigail M. Johnston

The AACR Conference on the Science of Cancer Health Disparities in Racial/Ethnic Minorities and the Medically Underserved explores efforts needed to address inequities in care and outcomes.

by Eric Fitzsimmons

Forum for patient advocates explores how researchers are working to develop cancer treatments in a quicker, more efficient manner.

by Thomas Celona