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

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

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

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

Survivor Profile

Drawing on strength from her ancestors and lessons from the 1960s, cancer survivor Vernal Branch works to make a difference for the next generation.

by Regina Nuzzo

Studies are finding that aggressive treatment, such as extensive surgery, radiation or chemotherapy, is not always necessary for cancer patients to get good results.

by Alexandra Goho

Healthy Habits

Study finds aquatic exercise may help survivors fight fatigue.

by Stephen Ornes

Forward Look

New efforts are needed to push the pace of drug development.

by Leah Lawrence