Studies presented at the 2018 San Antonio Breast Cancer Symposium investigate when patients with early-stage breast cancer or precancerous breast conditions benefit from receiving less intense treatment.

by Kate Yandell

Medical oncologist and sarcoma specialist George D. Demetri explains the significance of the recent approval of the oral drug Vitrakvi based on tumor genetics.

by Anna Azvolinsky

Patients with head and neck cancer often face physical, social and emotional issues that can add to existing mental health problems or give rise to new ones.

by Cheryl Platzman Weinstock

A caregiver offers tips for staying on top of appointments and test results when a loved one is receiving care from multiple providers.

by Tara Rosenzweig

Scientific meeting emphasizes the importance of patient advocates in helping researchers to reduce cancer health disparities.

by Marci A. Landsmann

Medical oncologist Gabrielle Rocque explains the role of clinical practice guidelines in breast cancer care.

by Anna Azvolinsky

Analysis suggests states that opted for Medicaid expansion had higher use of hormone therapy for breast cancer patients.

by Marci A. Landsmann

National Cancer Institute director Norman “Ned” Sharpless describes the challenge and opportunity of studying cancer disparities.

by Marci A. Landsmann

Patients with advanced cancer who receive palliative care tend to live longer and have better quality of life than those who do not receive this care.

by Cheryl Platzman Weinstock

Researchers found that millions of dollars are donated on fundraising sites to support ineffective and even harmful treatments.

by Jon Kelvey