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Caregiving With Confidence
Bringing It HomeFollow these steps to ready yourself for providing care at home.
by Michelle Johnston-Fleece
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A New Look at Spirituality
Addressing the spiritual health of cancer patients is now recognized as an essential aspect of quality care.
by Sue Rochman
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A Balancing Act
Diabetes increases cancer risk, and a dual diagnosis of cancer and diabetes complicates treatment and prognosis.
by Stephen Ornes
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Healthy Habits
Embracing ResistanceCancer survivors may benefit from weight training.
by Alanna Kennedy-Gorman
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Navigating the Health Care Maze
Health insurance expert Karen Pollitz breaks down the impact of the Affordable Care Act on cancer patients and survivors.
by Sarah Webb
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Sound Advice
Summer 2014vol 04 | issue 02
On handling finances during cancer, skin care during radiation therapy, and getting a good night's sleep. -
Your Cancer Guide
Managing AnxietyAnxiety is a normal response to the challenges of cancer. A number of strategies can help you through it.
by Hester Hill Schnipper
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Caregiving With Confidence
Solving Mealtime StressCaregivers are vital to keep the cancer patient well-nourished.
by Michelle Johnston-Fleece
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Palliative Care Explained
Palliative care can be offered to cancer patients at any point in their illness, beginning with the initial diagnosis. New research points to its effectiveness.
by Melissa Weber
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Sound Advice
Spring 2014vol 04 | issue 01
On understanding CT scans and cancer risk, juicing fruits and vegetables, and knowing what to expect if your loved one begins hospice care.
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