Spring 2013 Vol. 03 Issue 01
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Editor's Letter
A New Chapter
Executive Editor Jessica Gorman says goodbye and welcomes Kevin McLaughlin.
by Jessica Gorman
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Your Cancer Guide
Help! I’m Losing It
A little knowledge about hair loss can go a long way.
by Hester Hill Schnipper
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Changing the Face of Clinical Trials
Efforts are under way to increase African-American enrollment in cancer clinical trials.
by Leslie Harris O'Hanlon
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Forever Young
In images of four breast cancer survivors navigating the medical system, photographer David Jay captures portraits of emotional strength, economic struggle and hope.
by Cynthia Ryan
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Of Mice and Marriage
For more than three decades, cancer geneticists Neal Copeland and Nancy Jenkins have been a team both inside and outside the lab.
by Stephen Ornes
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What’s So Funny?
When cancer's challenges mount, letting loose with the laughter can help cushion the pain.
by Michelle Johnston-Fleece
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When Cancer Rings Twice
One out of every six people diagnosed with cancer this year will be facing it for, at least, the second time.
by Melissa Weber
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Survivor Profile
Macho Man
Carlos De La Cuesta is redefining manhood after prostate cancer.
by Jocelyn Selim
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Yesterday & Today
The Amazing Ride
Sally Ride's life was cut short by pancreatic cancer. But as the first American woman in space, she still inspires girls to pursue careers in science–and reach for the stars.
by Alexandra Goho
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Q&A
The Legacy of Henrietta Lacks
Author Rebecca Skloot reflects on the contributions of one woman to science and the importance of informed consent in human research.
by Alexandra Goho
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Sound Advice
Your Questions, Our Answers
On the use of Chinese medicines, health insurance under the Affordable Care Act, and what to tell your child's school about her cancer.
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Get Involved
Show the World a Cancer Survivor
Cancer survivor packs up bags and helps facilitate international volunteer opportunities.
by Yvonne Lee
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In the Moment- Spring 2013
Valentina Londono, Beth Foster, Michael Knowlton, Beverly Brehl.
Cancer Talk
Results of a recent study support concerns that pandemic disruptions resulted in finding fewer cancers.
by Kyle Bagenstose
Lung Cancer Patients Face Worse Survival After Wildfire ExposureResearchers find that lung cancer patients recovering from surgery are especially vulnerable to the health hazards of wildfires even up to a year later.
by Sandra Gordon
Choosing Between Lung Cancer Surgery and RadiationStudy suggests surgery leads to longer survival than radiation for non-small cell lung cancer, but radiation remains an important option.
by Jon Kelvey
Understanding Disparities in Melanoma DiagnosisBlack men with melanoma are more likely than other populations to die of the disease. Here’s why, and what to look for.
by Kyle Bagenstose
From the AACR
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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.
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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.
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Ricki Fairley: Surviving and Thriving After Triple Negative Breast Cancer
