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Palliative Care Explained
Palliative care can be offered to cancer patients at any point in their illness, beginning with the initial diagnosis. New research points to its effectiveness.
by Melissa Weber
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Sound Advice
Spring 2014vol 04 | issue 01
On understanding CT scans and cancer risk, juicing fruits and vegetables, and knowing what to expect if your loved one begins hospice care. -
Get Involved
Planting Hope for PatientsCancer survivor starts organization to make sure cancer patients have thriving gardens.
by Amanda Koehler
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Healthy Habits
Always a Good Time to QuitSmoking cessation is wise, even after a cancer diagnosis.
by Brittany Moya del Pino
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Forward Look
Changing Perceptions of Palliative CareQ&A with Judith Redwing Keyssar on the importance of palliative care.
by Yasmine Iqbal
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Forward Look
High AnxietyFear and worry may persist long after cancer treatment ends, research suggests.
by Melissa Weber
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Health Care Reform: What Does It Mean for You?
The complex and controversial Affordable Care Act includes reforms that could benefit cancer patients and survivors.
by Bara Vaida
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Healthy Habits
Minding the MomentMindfulness meditation may help ease survivor anxiety and fear.
by Maureen Salera
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Sound Advice
Winter 2013/2014vol 03 | issue 04
On finding the best fit for cancer care, making decisions about genetic counseling and testing, and keeping others informed about your condition. -
Get Involved
When Cancer Hits HomeNicholas Arquette started an organization to provide support to children who have a parent with cancer.
by Amanda Koehler
Cancer Talk
Improving Communication for Deaf Cancer Patients
After a cancer diagnosis, people who are deaf or have hearing problems can struggle if accommodations don’t meet their communication needs.
by Eric Fitzsimmons
Is Immunotherapy Right for People Hospitalized With Advanced Cancer?Researchers find no evidence that immune checkpoint inhibitors benefit cancer patients getting inpatient care. They urge earlier consideration of palliative care.
by Kyle Bagenstose
Celebrity Cancer Stories Can Lack Important InformationNews coverage about public figures facing cancer frequently leaves out key details about the diagnosis and fails to provide background information on cancer.
by Laura Gesualdi Gilmore
AACR Annual Meeting 2025Immunotherapies, cancer vaccines and more from Cancer Today’s coverage of the AACR Annual Meeting 2025.