A trio of recent studies indicates that pancreatic cancer is, in some cases, linked to mutations passed down from generation to generation.

by Cheryl Platzman Weinstock

An opinion piece discusses how the stigma surrounding opioids affects cancer patients, and a study provides data on treating melanoma patients with brain metastases.

by Kate Yandell

The National Cancer Institute's Todd Horowitz discusses cancer-related cognitive impairment.

by Anna Azvolinsky

Two studies identify genetic mutations that could predict the risk of an aggressive blood cancer up to a decade before it is diagnosed.

by Anna Azvolinsky

Studies explore what type of cervical cancer screening is most effective and whether patients with autoimmune diseases can take immunotherapy.

by Kate Yandell

Studies explore occupational hazards that could increase cancer risk, and the U.S. Food and Drug Administration approves a new combination therapy for melanoma.

by Kate Yandell

Join our Facebook group to talk about themes in the poignant memoir by Paul Kalanithi.

by Marci A. Landsmann

Study looks at gender difference in suicide rates among those who have been diagnosed with cancer.

by Cici Zhang

Experts debate direct-to-consumer genetic testing and studies shed light on breast reconstruction complications.

by Kate Yandell

Studies investigate whether visits from therapy dogs can increase the well-being of cancer patients and caregivers.

by Jen Tota McGivney