Well-being
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Sound Advice
How do I reduce the risk of infection during chemotherapy?
My partner is undergoing chemotherapy. What can I do to reduce her risk of infection while she is immunocompromised? JIM BOONYARATANAKORNKIT: Cancer and cancer treatments, such as chemotherapy, can impair immune function, which can make people more susceptible to getting viruses or other infections. There is a spectrum of risk. Not all chemotherapy drugs dampen […]
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Healthy Habits
Sleep Well
Cancer treatment makes getting a full night’s rest challenging, but good sleep habits can help.
by Tyler Santora
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Your Cancer Guide
Thriving as a Survivor
Learn to live well in the years after cancer treatment.
by Hester Hill Schnipper
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Chemotherapy Linked to Hearing Loss in Adults
Get your hearing checked periodically if you will be undergoing chemotherapy with neurotoxic effects.
by Sandra Gordon
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The Pain of Grief
People affected by cancer often experience intense feelings of loss when those around them die of the disease.
by Charlotte Huff
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Forward Look
Tailoring Care for Older Patients
Geriatric assessment minimizes toxic effects of treatment for older patients with advanced cancer.
by Carolyn Bernhardt
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Your Cancer Guide
Marking Cancer Milestones
Find unique ways to honor significant dates as you move forward after cancer treatment.
by Hester Hill Schnipper
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Forward Look
Breast Cancer and Heart Health
Women who have been diagnosed with breast cancer are at greater risk for developing high blood pressure and diabetes, common risk factors for heart disease.
by Kendall K. Morgan
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The Mental Toll of a Cancer Diagnosis
New studies shine a light on the effects of a cancer diagnosis on mental health and suicide risk.
by Pamela Rafalow Grossman
