Sound Advice

My caregivers do everything for me, even some simple tasks. How do I take back some autonomy without hurting their feelings? ALYSON ERARDY: You can and should have open and ongoing conversations with your loved ones who are acting as your caregivers. These conversations will allow you to share which needs you can manage on your […]

Sound Advice

My partner is undergoing chemotherapy. What can I do to reduce her risk of infection while she is immunocompromised? JIM BOONYARATANAKORNKIT: Cancer and cancer treatments, such as chemotherapy, can impair immune function, which can make people more susceptible to getting viruses or other infections. There is a spectrum of risk. Not all chemotherapy drugs dampen […]

Healthy Habits

Lavender can help mitigate cancer side effects.

by Jen Tota McGivney

Healthy Habits

Cancer treatment makes getting a full night’s rest challenging, but good sleep habits can help.

by Tyler Santora

Adolescents and young adults diagnosed with cancer often lag behind children and older adults in benefiting from treatment advances and social support.

by Cameron Walker

Caregiving With Confidence

Leaning on others can help to make you a better caregiver.

by K.J. Bannan

Your Cancer Guide

Learn to live well in the years after cancer treatment.

by Hester Hill Schnipper

Get your hearing checked periodically if you will be undergoing chemotherapy with neurotoxic effects.

by Sandra Gordon

New studies each year purport to show associations between certain foods and cancer. Experts say to focus on the big picture.

by Anne Danahy

People in treatment for early-stage cancer should try to get exercise, according to new recommendations.

by Sandra Gordon