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Lessons Learned as a Caregiver and Patient
After caring for her husband during his cancer treatment, Miriam Díaz-Gilbert was prepared to face her DCIS diagnosis.
by Miriam Díaz-Gilbert
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Cancer Today Editors’ Picks: 2024
Our favorite Cancer Today stories from 2024, as picked by the editors.
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Your Cancer Guide
Your Results Are AvailableWeb-based patient portals provide immediate access to test results and doctor's notes. But is that a good thing?
by Hester Hill Schnipper
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Caregiving With Confidence
Addressing Depression Head-onCaregivers may need to advocate for themselves to get mental health support.
by K.J. Bannan
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Healthy Habits
Plant PowerPlant-based diets may help people with prostate cancer reduce their risk for disease progression.
by Anne Danahy
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Healthy Habits
Connection Is KeyResearch suggests social activity is beneficial for cancer survivors’ longevity.
by Erin O'Donnell
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Q&A
Solving a Medical MysteryJournalist Lawrence Ingrassia traces the scientific history of a genetic disorder that predisposes families like his to cancer.
by Thomas Celona
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Sound Advice
How Can People With Cancer Avoid Getting Lymphedema?Talk with your provider before surgery and stay active to help prevent this side effect.
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Sound Advice
Can Cancer Survivors Donate Blood?The type of cancer and the time since treatment determine eligibility for blood donation.
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Sound Advice
How Can I Help Protect a Loved One With Cancer From Falling?Monitor blood pressure and take precautions around the home to reduce the risk.
Cancer Talk
Lessons Learned as a Caregiver and Patient
After caring for her husband during his cancer treatment, Miriam Díaz-Gilbert was prepared to face her DCIS diagnosis.
by Miriam Díaz-Gilbert
Screening Options for People With Dense BreastsReports on breast density inform women of their status but raise questions about what to do next.
by Robin Roenker
Injection Immunotherapies Get FDA ApprovalGiving immunotherapy drugs as injections, rather than intravenously, means patients can spend less time in the hospital or treatment center.
by Laura Gesualdi-Gilmore
Designing Clinical Trials for the PatientChallenges in developing and studying treatments call for new ways of thinking about cancer research.
by Eric Fitzsimmons