Lung Cancer and Stigma Clinical health psychologist Jamie Ostroff discusses how feelings of blame surrounding a lung cancer diagnosis affect physical and mental health. by Jen Tota McGivney Risk Reduction, Clinical Trials Are Focus of Atlanta Community Event Cancer researchers, patient advocates and community members gathered for a public forum presented by the American Association for Cancer Research. by Kevin McLaughlin FROM THE EDITOR-IN-Chief Why Are Liver Cancer Death Rates Up? Hepatitis C infection, obesity and alcohol can contribute to more cases of liver cancer. by William G. Nelson, MD, PhD FORWARD LOOK Lynch Syndrome Linked to More Cancers Study findings suggest patient screening has been too narrow. by Sharon Tregaskis POLICY MATTERS Eliminating HPV-Related Cancer HPV vaccination and screening can help eradicate cervical cancer and other malignancies. by Anna R. Giuliano, PhD Healthy Habits Power Off Too much time spent looking at electronic devices can come at a cost. by Cameron Walker Young Colorectal Cancer Patients Are Often Misdiagnosed A new survey suggests that young adults with colorectal cancer struggle to receive an accurate, prompt diagnosis. by Bradley Jones Forward Look In Women, Lung Cancer Rates Are Rising Worldwide Lung cancer deaths are set to surpass breast cancer deaths in many regions. by Cameron Walker Vaccinating Against Cancer The human papillomavirus vaccine can significantly cut recipients’ risk of several types of cancer. So why are vaccination rates relatively low in the U.S.? by Brad Jones Healthy Habits Go Fish Why replacing red meat with fish may be just what the doctor ordered. by Brenda Conaway next Cancer Talk So You Want to Serve on a Scientific Review Panel? Cancer patient advocates who review research proposals can provide valuable perspective. by Bob Riter, Monica Vakiner and Carole Baas When a Top-Ranked Cancer Center Comes to a Hospital Near You Research shows prominent cancer hospitals have different surgical outcomes than their affiliates. by Marci A. Landsmann Putting Chemotherapy Side Effects on Ice A small study shows that keeping ice chips in the mouth during oxaliplatin chemotherapy may prevent cold sensitivity, a common oral side effect. by Anna Azvolinsky Coping With Trauma Nearly six years after being diagnosed with stage IV colon cancer, disaster psychologist Jamie Aten is still learning new ways of coping with the trauma stemming from his diagnosis and treatment. by Jamie Aten More Posts