Advocacy
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Q&A
Pushing Fear AsideLisa Niemi Swayze advocates for research after losing her husband, actor Patrick Swayze, to pancreatic cancer.
by Marci A. Landsmann
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Get Involved
When Cancer Hits HomeNicholas Arquette started an organization to provide support to children who have a parent with cancer.
by Amanda Koehler
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Editor's Letter
Cancer Research: Worth Paying ForKevin McLaughlin discusses how one survivor's faith in science underscores the importance of continued funding for cancer research.
by Kevin McLaughlin
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Survivor Profile
Betting on ScienceDiagnosed with a rare and incurable blood cancer, Jack Whelan is a passionate booster for research, clinical trials and affordable treatments.
by Betty Russell
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More Than a SignatureThe informed consent process is designed to ensure that patients understand risks. But new advances involved in genetic testing and tissue donation may make signing on the dotted line more complex than ever.
by Stephen Ornes
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Editor's Letter
Making PlansA cancer diagnosis can quickly change your “other plans.”
by Kevin McLaughlin
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Forward Look
When the Cancer Doctor Gets CancerQ & A with breast surgeon Susan Love on her new role: cancer survivor.
by Betty Russell
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Forward Look
This Way to the Quit LineDoctors and researchers are encouraged to talk to patients about tobacco use.
by Sue Rochman
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Forward Look
Rally for Medical Research“More progress, more hope, more life.” Photo © AACR / Vera LaMarche 2013 That was the rallying cry of the thousands of researchers, patient advocates and cancer survivors who attended the Rally for Medical Research, held April 8 in Washington, D.C. Their goal was to draw attention to the devastating impact that across-the-board federal spending […]
by Marci A. Landsmann
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Survivor Profile
Standing StrongDrawing on strength from her ancestors and lessons from the 1960s, cancer survivor Vernal Branch works to make a difference for the next generation.
by Regina Nuzzo
