Forward Look

Risk is especially increased in survivors who are African-American, lack health insurance or have public insurance, or live in neighborhoods with low socioeconomic status.

by Dara Chadwick

Forward Look

Patient navigators break down barriers to care and support services.

by Christina Bennett

Healthy Habits

Concerns about physical appearance can be a major obstacle during cancer recovery.

by Cameron Walker

Your Cancer Guide

Learning to accept the physical changes that come after cancer treatment takes time and effort.

by Hester Hill Schnipper

Caregiving With Confidence

Follow these strategies to take control when a loved one's cancer requires urgent attention.

by Aimee Swartz

Q&A

Physician Lucy Kalanithi, widow of the author of When Breath Becomes Air, talks about aligning patients' values with their end-of-life decisions.

by Marci A. Landsmann

Studies investigate whether visits from therapy dogs can increase the well-being of cancer patients and caregivers.

by Jen Tota McGivney

Many older adults with cancer place more importance on maintaining their independence and cognitive abilities than on living as long as possible.

by Cheryl Platzman Weinstock

To defend against bacterial infections, cancer patients are often put on a neutropenic diet—which bars fresh fruits and vegetables, among other things. Research indicates that following this diet is unnecessary.

by Brad Jones

Patients who are diagnosed with advanced cancer while parenting young children have special priorities and needs.

by Cheryl Platzman Weinstock