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From the Editor-in-Chief

Altering the gut microbiota and microbiome could become a strategy for cancer prevention and treatment.

by William G. Nelson, MD, PhD

Forward Look

Addressing Depression in Adult Cancer Survivors | Little Consensus on Ovarian Cancer Monitoring | Longer Treatment May Benefit Some Breast Cancer Patients | No Link Found Between IVF and Breast Cancer Risk | Report Links Excess Weight to Eight More Cancer Types | The Impact of Rising Drug Costs | What Is CRISPR? | World Cancer Day: Accelerating Progress

Your Cancer Guide

A cancer diagnosis can prompt survivors to question or deepen their faith.

by Hester Hill Schnipper

Caregiving With Confidence

Take these steps to delegate responsibilities and strike a balance.

by Liz Seegert

First Person

A breast cancer survivor recounts how she became a resource for others.

by Cynthia Ryan

A cancer survivor embarks on a spiritual journey to Poland and finds inspiration in a local cancer hospital.

by Cynthia Ryan

Oncologists and researchers are looking for new drug combinations that extend patient survival without worsening side effects, but it's a daunting task.

by Stephen Ornes

Conflicting and changing cancer screening guidelines have led to uncertainty and controversy. Can screening recommendations tailored for groups or individuals enhance benefits and reduce harms?

by Kate Yandell

Survivor Profile

Susan Leighton, a 19-year survivor, is a powerful advocate for ovarian cancer research. Her advocacy, which began locally in northern Alabama, has reached the National Cancer Institute and the Department of Defense.

by Sue Rochman

Healthy Habits

Put a Cork in It | Reaping Grains' Benefits

Q&A

Cancer survivor Ann Ogden Gaffney left her job in fashion to teach other cancer survivors how to cook.

by Kate Yandell

Sound Advice

Coping with a difficult parent, sexual activity during treatment, and talking with children about inheritable cancers.

Get Involved

A diverse donor pool benefits patients in need of bone marrow transplants.

by Lindsey Konkel

Darla Moore, Janiela Roachford, Roseanne Venturino.