Yesterday & Today

Sally Ride's life was cut short by pancreatic cancer. But as the first American woman in space, she still inspires girls to pursue careers in science–and reach for the stars.

by Alexandra Goho

Efforts are under way to increase African-American enrollment in cancer clinical trials.

by Leslie Harris O'Hanlon

In images of four breast cancer survivors navigating the medical system, photographer David Jay captures portraits of emotional strength, economic struggle and hope.

by Cynthia Ryan

Valentina Londono, Beth Foster, Michael Knowlton, Beverly Brehl.

Survivor Profile

Carlos De La Cuesta is redefining manhood after prostate cancer.

by Jocelyn Selim

First Person

A survivor keeps an eye on what's ahead after a rare cancer diagnosis.

by Sue Russell

Survivor Profile

Drawing on her own struggle with the emotional pain of a cancer diagnosis and treatment, Lee Miller empowers other patients to effectively communicate with their doctors.

by Jenny Song

Yesterday & Today

Even cancer couldn't slow down James Brown.

by Jocelyn Selim

Survivor Profile

Myra Christopher wages a personal battle with a rare cancer while continuing to passionately advocate for patients.

by Charlotte Huff

Julia Wiley, Tony Handler, Michael B. Lawing, Lori Petitti