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Beyond SurvivalAs cancer survivor numbers grow and longevity increases, researchers study how to ease symptoms and side effects.
by Melissa Weber
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Healthy Habits
The Right RoutineSurvivors can reap rewards from daily activities.
by Eric Butterman
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Q&A
Support in Any LanguagePatient advocate Ivis Febus-Sampayo promotes support services for cancer patients in minority communities.
by Marci A. Landsmann
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Sound Advice
Fall 2013vol 03 | issue 03
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Forward Look
Keeping Hope AliveQ & A with author Amanda Bennett on her quest to understand the medical decisions made during her late husband's cancer treatment.
by Yasmine Iqbal
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Forward Look
Striking a NerveDoctors are trying to find new ways to treat the painful tingling and numbness caused by cancer treatments.
by Cameron Walker
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Healthy Habits
Keep It SimpleUse these straightforward tips to make healthier food choices.
by Mike Bederka
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Your Cancer Guide
Have Cancer, Will TravelWith planning, most patients and survivors can experience the rejuvenation that comes with getting away.
by Hester Hill Schnipper
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Forward Look
Paying a Steep PriceNew laws are pushing health insurers to make oral cancer drugs affordable.
by Betty Russell
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Forward Look
Getting Back on TrackEfforts are under way to increase access to high-quality cancer rehabilitation programs.
by Leah Lawrence
Using high-dose testosterone after prostate cancer stops responding to androgen deprivation therapy can stop tumor growth.
by Sandra Gordon
Financial Screenings for People with CancerCancer patients say they want to be asked about their financial needs on a regular basis.
by Pamela Appea
Let Me Tell You a Story About the Power of Medical ResearchTen-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
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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
