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The Definition of an Extraordinary Cancer Nurse
As someone who watched her father battle cancer, I can tell you firsthand how much of a difference a great oncology nurse can make in a patient’s journey.
I Learned About the Omentum After Losing Mine to Cancer
Having my omentum removed after an ovarian cancer diagnosis impacted my quality of life.
Augtyro Approved in NTRK-Positive Cancers, Pediatric Research Continues
The Food and Drug Administration recently approved Augtyro for the treatment of patients ages 12 and older with solid tumors harboring an NTRK gene fusion.
Permanent Hearing Loss May Occur Immediately After Chemo, Expert Says
For survivors who had received cisplatin chemotherapy, an expert advised routine hearing checks and wearing earplugs in loud places to maintain hearing.
New Cancer Vaccine Shows Promise in Melanoma
Following promising European trial results, a new peptide vaccine for melanoma is being studied in America, with results expected next year.
Common Platitudes Can Be Hurtful to People With Cancer
“Everything happens for a reason,” is among some of the unhelpful things you can say to someone with cancer.
Antibody Testing May Decrease Infection Risk in Blood Cancer Survivors
More frequent immunoglobulin G testing was associated with a decreased risk of severe infections in patients with CLL and non-Hodgkin lymphoma.
Unexpected Angel and Boob in a Box: Two Stories from a Cancer Survivor
From an unexpected encounter in the gym to finding her first prosthesis, a breast cancer survivor recounts two impactful stories in her cancer experience.
Stomach-Preserving Surgery May Improve Early Gastric Cancer Outcomes
Patients with early-stage gastric cancer may consider stomach-preserving surgery, as it led to better quality-of-life and nutritional outcomes in a study.
Expert Talks Differences Between Recent FDA-Approved Endometrial Cancer Therapies
For patients with endometrial cancer that is dMMR, the two new drug approvals lead to more options, with a new option for patients with pMMR disease, too.
Humor Helped Me Through Cancer
Sometimes, laughter really is the best medicine, so I tried to maintain a sense of humor through my cancer treatments.
Oncology Drug Shortage May Not Lead to Suboptimal Care
Although there are still cancer drugs in short supply, the chief medical officer at the NCCN explained that most patients will not get suboptimal care.
Oncologist Debunks Clinical Trial Myths
Before enrolling in a clinical trial for metastatic breast cancer, it’s important to know which are best suited for each individual, an expert said.
FDA Approvals for Solid Cancers in June
The Food and Drug Administration issued six approvals for solid tumors in June, including thyroid, endometrial, colorectal, breast and ovarian cancers.
Moments in Nature Offered Calm Amidst Cancer
Being in nature calms me, and I realized that research backs up what I’ve been experiencing.
Some With MDS May Benefit from Delaying Stem Cell Transplants
For patients with MDS who benefit from delaying transplants, it’s important to take care of their health while savoring their time before transplant.
Dancing Through Breast Cancer Taught Me to Live
When my nurse navigator told me to dance during breast cancer, dancing reminded me to face cancer head-on.
Blessed to Have an Oncology Nurse in My Corner
Jessica MacIntyre, M.B.A., DNP, APRN, AOCNP, was a huge help to me and my family during my three bouts with cancer as well as my stem cell transplant in 2016.
Positivity Helped Me Survive Multiple Myeloma
"For their love, support and kindness, I am eternally grateful and blessed to have such people in our lives," said Levinson.
Loving My 50s After Having Breast and Ovarian Cancers
After my mom died at 50 years old, I was certain I wasn't going to reach 50. I'm glad I was wrong.
Palliative Care’s Role in Helping Patients With Breast Cancer, Their Families
One specialist explained the ways palliative care, also known as supportive care, can assist patients during a breast cancer journey.
Integrative Methods Address Common Breast Cancer Quality-of-Life Issues
At the CURE® Educated Patient® Breast Cancer Summit, an expert discussed integrative methods that can improve quality of life.
Learning to Love My Post-Chemo Hair
Losing my hair during chemo treatments wasn't the hard part. The process of it growing back was.
Judge Frank Caprio Talks Pancreatic Cancer Diagnosis, ‘Ink Master’ Star Dies and More
From Judge Frank Caprio opening up about his diagnosis of pancreatic cancer and treatment to an “Ink Master” star dying from testicular cancer, here’s what’s going on in the oncology space this week.
FDA Approves Tepylute for Breast and Ovarian Cancer
The Food and Drug Administration approved Tepylute — a liquid form of thiotepa — for the treatment of patients with breast or ovarian cancer.
My Rare Cervical Cancer Community
Having an unwavering cancer community on Facebook has given me strength, which all started after they sent a teal blanket to me.
An Oncology Nurse Who Makes Patients Smile
For 41 years, Fiona Wilkie, RN, has been making oncology patients (and her co- workers) smile.
Robotic Liver Surgery Leads to Shorter Hospital Stays, Quicker Recovery
Patients can discuss minimally invasive robotic liver cancer surgery with their care teams. The process tends to be safe and effective, an expert said.
Visualizing My Goals Helped Me Recover After Colon Cancer
During my recovery period after colon cancer, I focused on visualizing myself living a healthy life and healing after cancer treatment.
Biomarker Testing Is Essential in HR-Positive Metastatic Breast Cancer
Patients with HR-positive metastatic breast cancer can expect to undergo biomarker testing both at diagnosis and again if the disease progresses.
