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Sound Advice
Spring 2016vol 06 | issue 01
When a family member wants to stop treatment, addressing post-treatment anxiety and sadness, and considering a clinical trial. -
Forward Look
Weighty MattersProper nutrition plays a role in pediatric cancer care.
by Melinda Mahaffey Icden
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Your Cancer Guide
Contemplating CAMComplementary and alternative medicine (CAM) can supplement, but not replace, established cancer treatments.
by Hester Hill Schnipper
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Practical Pointers
Do You Have Questions for Your Health Care Team?Make the most of email, text messages, Twitter and patient portals.
by Ide Mills
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Caregiving With Confidence
When Roles ChangeFollow these tips for keeping your sense of self despite a shift in responsibilities.
by Carly O'Brien
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The High-Deductible GambleHigh-deductible health insurance plans can leave cancer patients scrambling to pay the bills for tests and treatments.
by Charlotte Huff
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Healthy Habits
Less StressCognitive-behavioral stress management may help women with breast cancer.
by Brenda Conaway
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Q&A
Easing Into ActivityCancer exercise specialist and survivor Julie Goodale offers tips for staying active during and after treatment.
by Ronni Gordon
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Forward Look
The Oncology Nurse Will See You NowNurses have time and expertise.
by Heather Stringer
Ten-year-old Michael Methner told his story about being diagnosed with optic nerve glioma at the AACR’s Rally for Medical Research.
by Cancer Research Catalyst
Aggressive Approach to Very Advanced Cancer Does Not Extend SurvivalStudy shows no benefit from treatment for cancers at very advanced stages of progression. Researchers urge end-of-life planning for these patients.
by Kyle Bagenstose
The Affordable Care Act’s Impact on Access to Cancer CareA study at the AACR Cancer Health Disparities Conference found more people got quality cancer care after the ACA went into effect.
by Cancer Research Catalyst
Understanding the Federal Rule on Breast Tissue Density ReportsScreening mammography reports will include breast density and an explanation in common language.
by Sandra Gordon
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AACR Grant Propels Progress in Immunotherapy ResearchA grant from the American Association for Cancer Research (AACR) helped Marco Ruella, MD, develop a new approach to immunotherapy.
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Self-screening for Cancer: Home Sweet HomeNew cervical cancer self-screening options and a portable blood test device could lead to changes in at-home cancer screening.
Alexis Browning
