As people with advanced disease live longer, they face physical and mental health side effects. Patient advocates say research and care must focus on their unique needs.

by Thomas Celona

People treated for childhood cancer found to have twice the risk of developing melanoma as an adult.

by Cameron Walker

In her new book, Cancer Support Community executive chair Kim Thiboldeaux offers advice to patients on how to steer their way through a cancer diagnosis, treatment and beyond.

by Kevin McLaughlin

Advances in screening and treatment mean there are more cancer survivors than ever, but survivors who struggle to work can face difficulty getting disability payments.

by Jen Tota McGivney

Testing children with cancer for hereditary mutations could impact their treatment and provide information relevant to other family members.

by Marcus A. Banks

Researchers are investigating who is at greatest risk for radiation-induced cancers.

by Kate Yandell

For people with melanoma who receive immune checkpoint inhibitors after surgery, side effects can remain even after treatment has been completed. These chronic side effects are most often mild.

by Anna Goshua

Scientists discussed the mechanisms of chemotherapy-related cognitive impairment at a session dedicated to symptom science at the AACR Annual Meeting 2021.

by Marci A. Landsmann

Judy Pearson was surprised by the demands of cancer survivorship. Here, she offers tips on how to look at life after cancer.

by Judy Pearson

For adolescents and young adults who have been diagnosed with cancer, caregivers can play an influential—but often overlooked—role in providing help and support.

by Carly Flumer