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Reasons to Hope During the COVID-19 Pandemic

Patient advocates learned about COVID-19 and cancer in an AACR virtual forum.

by Kevin McLaughlin

From the Editor-in-Chief

Cancer in Minority Populations

Paying attention to the social determinants of health will promote greater equity in cancer outcomes for all.

by William G. Nelson, MD, PhD

Survivor Profile

An Unlikely Pivot

Medha Deoras-Sutliff's experience with breast cancer fueled her interest in advocacy for breast cancer patients and, more recently, her support for research on rare cancers.

by Lindsey Konkel

In It for the Long Haul

Doctors and researchers met online to discuss how the coronavirus pandemic changed cancer care in its early months, as well as how they can improve care and advocate for patients going forward.

by Kate Yandell

Q&A

Taking the Long View

In her first book, journalist and breast cancer survivor Kate Pickert traces the winding road of cancer research and patient advocacy.

by Marci A. Landsmann

Parking Costs Take a Hidden Toll on Cancer Patients

People with cancer can pay significant costs for parking at cancer centers while receiving their treatment, a study finds.

by Marcus A. Banks

Survivor Profile

Sharing Her Strength

Diagnosed with two cancers prior to turning 40, Rebecca Esparza uses her voice to advocate for policy changes to help people affected by cancer.

by Lindsey Konkel

A Modern Family

My diagnosis with colorectal cancer at age 32 affected my fertility. As a result of my experiences, I help others who have been diagnosed with cancer understand their choices related to fertility preservation and their options for becoming a parent.

by Allison Rosen

Cancer Care Moves Forward Amid COVID-19

Following the arrival of the coronavirus in the U.S., people with cancer and their doctors are adjusting to new ways of doing things while continuing to seek and provide cancer care.

by Kate Yandell