Letters From Readers
Letters from CURE readers.
Breast Cancer Prevention Study Focuses on Anti-Hormone Therapy
Moving Beyond Cancer to Wellness
Exercise Improves Joint Pain Associated with Aromatase Inhibitors
Legislations Could Benefit Family Caregivers
Mobile App Delivers Helpful Tips to Minimize Side Effects
Choosing Quality Care
The Priority List: A Teacher's Final Quest to Discover Life's Greatest Lessons
The "To Do" List to Pass On to Well-Meaning Friends
How to answer those "How can I help?" questions after a cancer diagnosis.
Pipeline
News on clinical trial results, drug approvals and updates on therapies.
Taking Immune Action Against Lung Cancer
One alternative to targeting specific tumor-associated proteins is to entice the patient’s immune system to attack the tumor directly.
How Survivors Can Take Action
New Requirements for Patients and Survivors Needs
By 2015, cancer centers must provide clear, concise survivorship plans to every patient.
Can a Pill Prevent Cancer?
Researchers have long studied whether anti-inflammatory drugs could prevent cancer and a host of other illnesses.
Advocacy in Action
Cancer action organizations help advocates work with Congress and government agencies to affect legislation.
National Guidelines Aim to Make Life Better After Cancer
Experts weigh in on developing standards for cancer survivorship care.
Making the Most Out of Your Patient Portal
Online access to your medical records can be a valuable asset, but shouldn't replace doctor-patient communication.
Calming Chronic Inflammation
Inflammation is the body’s approach to defense and repair, but too much of it could inadvertently aid and abet the cancer.
For Many, Caregiving Leads to Advocacy
Whether it is on the national stage or a local support group, advocacy after caregiving can be a rewarding experience.
No Link Between Fertility Treatment and Overall Risk of Childhood Cancer
An analysis of several studies found the risk of cancer in children born through IVF is low.
What to Do When Radiation Causes Skin Damage
One of the most common side effects of radiation therapy is a skin condition called radiation dermatitis.
Taking It Personally
Biomarkers are increasingly used by patients to make decisions about cancer treatment, but they are one piece of a large, complex puzzle.
Research Reveals New Frontiers in Lung Cancer
Focusing on screening and genetic clues, progress in lung cancer shifts forward.
Biomarkers Help Patients Make Better Medical Decisions
The information gleaned from cancer biomarkers can be both a treasure chest and a Pandora’s box.
Alzheimer's Disease and Cancer
Researchers study an unlikely connection between two diseases, cancer and Alzheimer's disease.
Preserving Security with Electronic Health Portals
Keep your electronic medical records as secure as your paper records.
Confirmation of Lycopene's Benefits Remains Elusive
Lycopene has health benefits, but whether it prevents cancer has not been confirmed.
Aiming to Improve Quality of Cancer Care
Shelley Fuld Nasso, of the National Coalition for Cancer Survivorship, explains the importance of survivorship care.
Promises to Keep
Reader essay
Disclosing a Cancer Diagnosis Takes Time and Tact
Who to tell, when to tell and how to answer all those questions about your cancer.