Forward Look

A recent discovery may help explain tumor growth in children.

by Sue Rochman

Q&A

Lisa Niemi Swayze advocates for research after losing her husband, actor Patrick Swayze, to pancreatic cancer.

by Marci A. Landsmann

Yesterday & Today

Charles Schulz, the creator of Peanuts, was a major figure in the history of the American comic strip. Since his death from colorectal cancer more than a decade ago, screening and new treatments have improved detection and survival.

by Debra Gordon

The determination that not every prostate cancer is life-threatening is changing treatment.

by Jocelyn Selim

Survivor Profile

Even through cancer treatment, jazz pianist and radio show host Billy Foster is ensuring that jazz is passed on to future generations.

by Jenny Song

Forward Look

Researchers look for ways to increase acceptance of the HPV vaccine.

by Karen Patterson

Survivor Profile

Diagnosed with a rare and incurable blood cancer, Jack Whelan is a passionate booster for research, clinical trials and affordable treatments.

by Betty Russell

Forward Look

Q & A with author Amanda Bennett on her quest to understand the medical decisions made during her late husband's cancer treatment.

by Yasmine Iqbal

Yesterday & Today

Whether it was a star turn playing Blanche DuBois or Daisy Werthan, Jessica Tandy sparkled in a tough role. That didn't change after her cancer diagnosis.

by Karen Patterson

Forward Look

Q & A with breast surgeon Susan Love on her new role: cancer survivor.

by Betty Russell