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  • Putting Chemotherapy Side Effects on Ice

    A small study shows that keeping ice chips in the mouth during oxaliplatin chemotherapy may prevent cold sensitivity, a common oral side effect.

    by Anna Azvolinsky

  • The Week in Cancer News: May 3

    Prospective CRISPR application targets cancer directly, HER2 testing accessibility poor in many countries.

    by Bradley Jones

  • Coping With Trauma

    Nearly six years after being diagnosed with stage IV colon cancer, disaster psychologist Jamie Aten is still learning new ways of coping with the trauma stemming from his diagnosis and treatment.

    by Jamie Aten

  • Lung Cancer and Stigma

    Clinical health psychologist Jamie Ostroff discusses how feelings of blame surrounding a lung cancer diagnosis affect physical and mental health.

    by Jen Tota McGivney

  • Drug Costs and Cancer Care

    Experts discuss the value of cancer treatments in a climate of rising drug prices.

    by Kevin McLaughlin

  • March 29: The Week in Cancer News

    Jury awards damages to man who says Roundup caused his cancer, the FDA proposes national standards for breast density notifications, and a physician questions whether patients with impaired renal function should avoid contrast-enhanced scans.

    by Marci A. Landsmann

  • What Not to Say to a Cancer Patient

    When visiting a friend or family member who is sick, it's good to leave platitudes at the door.

    by Michael Gavaghen

  • Keeping an Eye on Cancer

    Imaging tests for post-treatment surveillance may come with radiation exposure, financial strain, “scanxiety” and sometimes unnecessary follow-ups. Doctors and patients need to balance the risks and benefits of scanning.

    by Charlotte Huff

  • Survivor Profile

    A Lesson in Service

    Rabbi Ben David was comfortable in his role of helping those in need, but he had to rely on others after his lymphoma diagnosis. The marathon runner has returned to an active life one step at a time.

    by Lindsey Konkel

  • The Patient Perspective

    Patient-reported outcomes may help shape the future of cancer care.

    by Stephen Ornes