Summer 2025 Vol. 15 Issue 02
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From the Editor-in-Chief
Something in the Air: Pollution and CancerAir pollution, both indoors and outdoors, is a leading cause of lung cancer, especially among nonsmokers.
by William G. Nelson, MD, PhD
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Your Cancer Guide
Have You Been Ghosted?After hearing about your cancer diagnosis, some people will rush in. Others will disappear. Here are some ways to cope.
by Hester Hill Schnipper
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Caregiving With Confidence
Travel Tips for CaregiversWhen a loved one is undergoing treatment for cancer, you can still make plans to go away together.
by K.J. Bannan
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Policy Matters
The Future of Cancer Research Rests With CongressFederal funding will determine whether lifesaving science continues to reach patients.
by Carly McCallie
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A Stronger Defense
Researchers explore the potential of immune checkpoint inhibitors before surgery to prevent recurrence in several cancers.
by Kendall K. Morgan
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Another Option for Metastatic Prostate Cancer
PSMA-targeted therapy, which delivers radiation directly to cancer cells, provides a new approach for those whose prostate cancer stops responding to other treatments.
by Stephen Ornes
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The Shadow of Shame
Feelings of shame about one’s cancer can hinder treatment and recovery. Overcoming shame is possible but requires work and support.
by Charlotte Huff
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Survivor Profile
A Champion for Organ TransplantsSince a 2018 liver transplant for her inoperable cancer, Lorrinda Gray-Davis has devoted herself to organ transplant advocacy and outreach.
by Sharon Tregaskis
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Q&A
Answering Kids’ QuestionsIn her debut children’s book, Danielle Frodyma introduces a superhero to foster curiosity about cancer.
by Tyler Santora
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Facts and Stats
Survivorship SoarsAs people live longer and treatment improves, the population of cancer survivors continues to grow.
by Thomas Celona
Experts explain how artificial intelligence, nanotechnology and decentralized care are poised to improve research, detection and treatment.
by Thomas Celona
Immunotherapy for Early-stage Gastric Cancer‘Practice-changing’ research shows adding immunotherapy before and after surgery reduced recurrences for early-stage gastric cancer.
by Laura Gesualdi Gilmore
Physical Activity Linked to Lower Colon Cancer RecurrenceParticipating in a structured exercise program after treatment was associated with a reduced risk of recurrence in people who had colon cancer.
by Sandra Gordon
Gaps in Survivorship Care Leave Unmet Needs After Cancer TreatmentA survey of head and neck cancer survivors reveals that many are not getting adequate survivorship care and may not even know it is available.
by Cameron Walker