Summer 2021 Vol. 11 Issue 02
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From the Editor-in-Chief
The Tumor MicroenvironmentResearch is leading to treatments that target cancer's support system.
by William G. Nelson, MD, PhD
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Your Cancer Guide
A Space for Self-CareCancer survivors can build routines to address their needs during and after treatment.
by Hester Hill Schnipper
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Caregiving With Confidence
Feeling DistantA little bit of planning can help streamline cancer care, even when you are caregiving from afar.
by Karen J. Bannan
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Policy Matters
COVID-19 Vaccines Are the Key to Restoring Momentum Against CancerCancer screenings and clinical trials have been seriously disrupted by the pandemic.
by Nicholas Warren, PhD
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Are You a Candidate for Immunotherapy?
Tumor testing can help determine whether certain cancers are likely to respond to immunotherapy drugs.
by Kendall K. Morgan
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A Fast Track for Cancer Vaccines
The rapid development of mRNA COVID-19 vaccines could spark advances in similar treatments for cancer.
by Stephen Ornes
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Hope for Cancer Health Equity
Health care providers and communities are making strides toward ensuring equity in cancer treatment.
by Marci A. Landsmann
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Survivor Profile
Breaking Down BarriersCancer researcher Vicky Forster draws from her own experience with childhood leukemia to emphasize patient voices in cancer research.
by Bradley Jones
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Q&A
Cancer, From the Other SideWhen Liza Marshall was diagnosed with stage III breast cancer, she and her husband, oncologist John Marshall, had to chart new waters.
by Marci A. Landsmann
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Sound Advice
Your Questions, Our AnswersEnsuring that doctors respect your cultural background, addressing anxiety caused by the pandemic, and discussing end-of-life plans.
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Get Involved
Bringing Joy to the Pediatric WardStudents Lara Jabbour and Nazanin Nayeri work to cheer up hospital staff and patients.
by Bradley Jones
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Facts and Stats
Categorizing Skin CancerA knowledge of the different types of skin cancer can help you remain vigilant.
by Bradley Jones
Multiple myeloma survivor Jonathan Gluck reflects on uncertainty, and the scientific progress that has kept him living with cancer for more than two decades.
by Eric Fitzsimmons
The Enduring Importance of Cancer Disparities ResearchOpening session from AACR conference highlights how perseverance and adversity have informed cancer disparities research over the years.
by Eric Fitzsimmons
Most Cancer Survivors Don’t Meet Healthy Diet GoalsDespite research linking fruits and vegetables to cancer survival, many people do not change their eating habits after diagnosis.
by Darlene Dobkowski
Many People Don’t Get Colonoscopy After Receiving Abnormal Blood TestsAbout half of people who receive abnormal results from colorectal cancer screening tests don’t follow up with a colonoscopy.
by Laura Gesualdi Gilmore
