After her diagnosis with ovarian cancer, Patricia Anne Ward noticed that some friends and family pulled away. She found connection outside her usual circles.

by Patricia Anne Ward

My most meaningful moments at my first cancer research conference came from embracing my experience as a patient—not as a researcher.

by Jamie Aten

Minister and thyroid cancer survivor Thurselle C. Williams speaks at conferences and events about cancer awareness and, ultimately, healing following her 2016 diagnosis.

by Erin L. Boyle

Uterine cancer incidence is increasing in the U.S., particularly in Hispanic, Asian and black women, but obesity may play a smaller role in this change than was previously assumed.

by Ashley P. Taylor

From the Editor-in-Chief

DNA sequencing of blood cells may provide clues for how cancer and other illnesses develop.

by William G. Nelson, MD, PhD

Forward Look

Study supports using these regimens for teens and young adults.

by Bradley Jones

Researchers want to find out when cancer patients can benefit from receiving lower doses of drugs or radiation, shortening treatment or skipping certain treatments altogether.

by Kate Yandell

Q&A

Social activist and breast cancer survivor Letty Cottin Pogrebin shares tips on supporting friends and family members through cancer diagnosis and treatment.

by Marci A. Landsmann

Survivor Profile

ESPN reporter Holly Rowe worked through melanoma treatment.

by Lindsey Konkel

Forward Look

Irene Ghobrial on studying cancer precursors.

by Sue Rochman