Cancer Types

Sarcoma

Forward Look

For Cancer Researchers, Dogs Offer Clues to Help Kids

Similarities between cancers create path for studying new treatments.

by Cameron Walker
Survivor Profile

A Second Chance

After the deaths of her sister and mother from cancer and a bout with osteosarcoma as a teenager, Court Simmons vowed to “do something amazing” with her life. Her goal is to be a pediatric oncology nurse.

by Lindsey Konkel
Get Involved

The Power of Helping

Twelve-year-old cancer survivor Peter Zucca starts a foundation to give back to kids with cancer.

by Leigh Labrie

Survivor Profile

Brewing a Business

While getting their new coffee business off the ground, John and Pat Curry took John's cancer treatment one step at a time.

by Jen A. Miller
Stranger in a Strange Land

Cancer puts everyone in foreign territory, but those diagnosed with a rare form of the disease may feel the most lost without clear guidance toward the best care or support from other survivors. Four steps can help ease the way.

by Rabiya S. Tuma
Get Involved

One Young Survivor Helping Another

A teen who survived cancer is raising money to help others.

by Yvonne Lee

Cancer Talk

The AACR Conference on the Science of Cancer Health Disparities in Racial/Ethnic Minorities and the Medically Underserved explores efforts needed to address inequities in care and outcomes.

by Eric Fitzsimmons

Accelerating and Improving Drug Discovery

Forum for patient advocates explores how researchers are working to develop cancer treatments in a quicker, more efficient manner.

by Thomas Celona

Advanced Care Planning Leads to More Comfort-based Care

Preparing for future health decisions helps ensure care is suited to your priorities.

by Karon Warren

Drop in Cancer Diagnoses Under COVID-19 Raises Alarms

Results of a recent study support concerns that pandemic disruptions resulted in finding fewer cancers.

by Kyle Bagenstose

Chemtai Mungo, MD, MPH: Bringing Cervical Cancer Treatment to More Women

An innovative self-treatment strategy for cervical precancer could save lives in low- and middle-income countries as well as underserved areas in the U.S.
From the Bench: Creative Approaches in Cancer Research

Insects that smell cancer, new CRISPR delivery tools, and a cancer-fighting battery—the AACR's new blog series, From the Bench, highlights creative approaches in cancer research.