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  • Patient Advocates Go to Washington

    Patient advocates meet amid an outcry about research funding cuts, participate in a meeting with FDA officials and visit Capitol Hill.

    by Marci A. Landsmann

  • The Affordable Care Act and Cancer Patients

    Cancer survivors tell their stories and researchers take a broad view.

    by Kevin McLaughlin

  • Forward Look

    Inside the 21st Century Cures Act

    Legislation brings high hopes for cancer research.

    by Stephen Ornes

  • Survivor Profile

    Putting Her Armor On

    An acute myeloid leukemia survivor and former TV news reporter finds a new reason to help others improve their health.

    by Jennifer Walker

  • Q&A

    Rolling Up Her Sleeves

    Princess Dina Mired of Jordan will be the first Arab president of the Union for International Cancer Control.

    by Sue Rochman

  • Get Involved

    Outdoor Healing

    An outdoor adventure camp benefits cancer survivors of all ages.

    by Lindsey Konkel

  • Forward Look

    The Impact of Rising Drug Costs

    Higher prices of oral medicines may affect financial well-being.

    by Chris Palmer

  • Forward Look

    World Cancer Day: Accelerating Progress

    Image courtesy of the Union for International Cancer Control February 4 is World Cancer Day, an international effort to increase cancer awareness and education to reduce preventable cancer deaths. World Cancer Day 2017 marks the midpoint of a three-year campaign, “We Can. I Can.” The overarching goal has been to encourage everyone, everywhere—from government health organizations […]

    by Sue Rochman

  • Screening Gets Personal

    Conflicting and changing cancer screening guidelines have led to uncertainty and controversy. Can screening recommendations tailored for groups or individuals enhance benefits and reduce harms?

    by Kate Yandell

  • Survivor Profile

    Going Full Bore

    Susan Leighton, a 19-year survivor, is a powerful advocate for ovarian cancer research. Her advocacy, which began locally in northern Alabama, has reached the National Cancer Institute and the Department of Defense.

    by Sue Rochman