Cognitive behavioral therapy may help cancer survivors cope with fear of recurrence, some studies say.

by Jon Kelvey

Cancer patients often do not understand words their doctors use while talking about chemotherapy, but a new video series helps explain these terms.

by Jen Tota McGivney

Patients with advanced cancer often go to rehabilitation facilities after a hospital stay in hopes of gaining the strength for further treatment, but the majority do not go on to receive additional cancer therapy, a study reports.

by Ashley P. Taylor

People with cancer are at increased risk of serious complications if they get the flu. Flu shots are safe for this group, and a recent study bolsters evidence of their effectiveness.

by Carly Weeks

FORWARD LOOK

Severe hearing loss may result in reading and learning difficulties.

by Esther Landhuis

Some patients are benefiting from using nontraditional therapies alongside conventional treatments like surgery, chemotherapy and radiation.

by Stephen Ornes

YOUR CANCER GUIDE

Come up with a plan to keep work projects moving forward during treatment.

by Hester Hill Schnipper

Healthy Habits

Addressing chronic stress may reduce cancer risk and improve outcomes.

by Jane C. Hu

In a randomized study, weight loss and home-based exercise did not improve lymphedema symptoms in breast cancer survivors.

by Anna Azvolinsky

After her diagnosis with ovarian cancer, Patricia Anne Ward noticed that some friends and family pulled away. She found connection outside her usual circles.

by Patricia Anne Ward