Summer 2014 Vol. 04 Issue 02
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Editor's Letter
A Place in the ShadeMany people still consider a tan “healthy” and don't take measures to protect their skin from the sun.
by Kevin McLaughlin
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Forward Look
A Global Perspective on Cancer | African-Americans at Higher Risk for Multiple Myeloma | Cool-Headed Chemo May Reduce Hair Loss | Efforts Underway to Raise the Legal Age to Buy Tobacco | FDA Proposes Action on E-Cigarettes | Get Sun Smart | More Patients to Have Access to Navigator Programs | The Vitamin Hype | You’ve Got Mail
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Your Cancer Guide
My Treatment Is Over: Now What?Be patient with yourself while adjusting to life after treatment.
by Hester Hill Schnipper
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Caregiving With Confidence
Bringing It HomeFollow these steps to ready yourself for providing care at home.
by Michelle Johnston-Fleece
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First Person
Never Alone: A Family JourneyA mother and daughter exchange thoughts about their “full-family experience” facing an ovarian cancer diagnosis and treatment.
by Mary (Dicey) Jackson Scroggins and Nneka Scroggins
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A Balancing ActDiabetes increases cancer risk, and a dual diagnosis of cancer and diabetes complicates treatment and prognosis.
by Stephen Ornes
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A New Look at SpiritualityAddressing the spiritual health of cancer patients is now recognized as an essential aspect of quality care.
by Sue Rochman
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Navigating the Health Care MazeHealth insurance expert Karen Pollitz breaks down the impact of the Affordable Care Act on cancer patients and survivors.
by Sarah Webb
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Survivor Profile
Brewing a BusinessWhile getting their new coffee business off the ground, John and Pat Curry took John's cancer treatment one step at a time.
by Jen A. Miller
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Survivor Profile
Knowing Her OptionsWhen Christina McEvoy was diagnosed with stage IV melanoma, she took the reins of her care, traveling more than 600 miles for treatment and returning home to help other melanoma survivors.
by Melissa Davlin
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Yesterday & Today
Shining a Light60 Minutes journalist Ed Bradley tried to “shine a light in a dark corner” through his work, but he kept his long struggle with chronic lymphocytic leukemia private.
by Brittany Moya del Pino
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Sound Advice
Your Questions, Our AnswersOn handling finances during cancer, skin care during radiation therapy, and getting a good night's sleep.
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Get Involved
Taking the Chill Out of ChemoTeenager starts Get Cozy During Chemo to provide blankets for cancer patients in treatment.
by Leigh Zaleski
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In the Moment- Summer 2014Matthew Englander, Debra Hesse, Alayna Williamson.
Participating in a structured exercise program after treatment was associated with a reduced risk of recurrence in people who had colon cancer.
by Sandra Gordon
Gaps in Survivorship Care Leave Unmet Needs After Cancer TreatmentA survey of head and neck cancer survivors reveals that many are not getting adequate survivorship care and may not even know it is available.
by Cameron Walker
Improving Communication for Deaf Cancer PatientsAfter a cancer diagnosis, people who are deaf or have hearing problems can struggle if accommodations don’t meet their communication needs.
by Eric Fitzsimmons
Is Immunotherapy Right for People Hospitalized With Advanced Cancer?Researchers find no evidence that immune checkpoint inhibitors benefit cancer patients getting inpatient care. They urge earlier consideration of palliative care.
by Kyle Bagenstose
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From Discovery to SurvivorshipThe upcoming AACR Patient Advocate Forum will explore how advanced technologies are transforming cancer care, with a focused lens on immunotherapy, precision oncology, imaging, and survivorship.
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What Are the Benefits of Exercise for Cancer Patients?Several recent studies have explored how exercise can impact a cancer patient’s survival, risk of recurrence, and overall quality of life.
Cancer Research at a Crossroads
