Understanding Stress and Cancer A symposium at the AACR Annual Meeting explores how social factors contribute to elevated risk of cancer in some populations. by Eric Fitzsimmons From the Editor-in-Chief COVID-19 and Cancer in 2022 Is it the beginning of the end or the end of the beginning? by William G. Nelson, MD, PhD Facts & Stats Spring 2022 vol 12 | issue 1Sixteen years after the introduction of the HPV vaccine, research sees an effect on cervical cancer rates in young women. Healthy Habits Mushroom for Improvement A broad review of existing research finds eating more mushrooms is associated with lower risk of developing cancer. by Ashley P. Taylor Forward Look Understanding Sunscreen Recalls Small amounts of benzene have been found in products from major sunscreen brands. by Bradley Jones Improving Your Diet One Plate at a Time The New American Plate suggests gradual changes to build healthier eating habits. by Jon Kelvey Risk in the Air Air pollution can increase a person’s risk of developing cancer, a burden that isn’t shared equally in every neighborhood. by Jon Kelvey Healthy Habits An Alternative to Meat Are new plant-based meat alternatives a better way to satisfy burger cravings? by Erin O’Donnell Forward Look The Impact of HPV Vaccination Over a decade after human papillomavirus vaccines first became available in the U.S., their effect on cervical cancer incidence is becoming apparent. by Carisa D. Brewster Genetic Testing Gaps Testing for hereditary mutations is increasingly recommended for people with cancer, but recommendations do not always translate into access to testing and appropriate counseling. by Kate Yandell next Cancer Talk The Mental Toll of a Cancer Diagnosis New studies shine a light on the effects of a cancer diagnosis on mental health and suicide risk. by Pamela Rafalow Grossman Access to Health Insurance Key to Disparities in Cancer Outcomes As outcomes improved for cancer patients in states that expanded Medicaid, disparities in survival disappeared. by Jon Kelvey T Cells Key to COVID-19 Vaccination Efforts Experts discuss shortcomings of current COVID-19 vaccines in people with cancer while highlighting possibilities of T-cell activation. by Thomas Celona Exploring Amino Acids’ Impact on Tumor Growth Researchers are investigating how to match specific dietary changes with therapy to impede cancer progression. by Thomas Celona More Posts