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March 7, 2017
Cancer-related depression: What is it and what can you do about it?It’s important to spot the signs of cancer-related depression early so you can keep it from affecting your quality of life, and, possibly, even your treatment outcomes.
March 2, 2017
Eating lots of grilled meats may affect the chances of surviving breast cancer, study suggestsWhile eating meat fresh off the grill may sound delicious, a recent study suggests breast cancer survivors may want to avoid large amounts of grilled, barbecued or smoked meats because of the potential health risks.
February 9, 2017
Study finds 'chemo brain' persists after treatment in breast cancer patientsChemo brain symptoms include lapses in short-term memory, difficulty remembering names and dates and problems concentrating. Research has linked memory issues to certain chemotherapy drugs prescribed to treat many types of breast cancer.
January 19, 2017
Medical tests women should havePut your health at the top of the priority list by scheduling important tests that may help find, and in some cases, prevent cancer.
January 10, 2017
How to tell your boss and co-workers you have cancerSharing a cancer diagnosis isn’t easy. It is normal to be nervous, especially if you don’t know how your supervisors or co-workers will react. Prepare yourself for a wide range of responses and emotions. By sharing your news, you may find you receive the support and understanding you need to help you get through cancer treatment.
December 27, 2016
Trial studies immunotherapy drug designed to trigger cascading immune responseResearchers have launched a study on an immunotherapy drug that may add a new tool to the immune system's arsenal against cancer.
December 7, 2016
Endometrial cancer: What to know after journalist Gwen Ifill's deathWhen long-time journalist Gwen Ifill passed away recently after a battle with endometrial cancer, her unexpected death cast an immediate spotlight on a disease that doesn’t get enough attention.
December 1, 2016
How does cancer do that? Attacking cancer cells where they hideIn the search for better treatments and prevention strategies, scientists are learning more about how cancer grows and survives, even in the most hostile environments.
November 22, 2016
Dr. Bruce Gershenhorn answers your questions about lung cancerLung cancer is the second most common non-skin cancer among American men and women, and we know there are many questions about the disease, from how it develops to how it’s treated. Dr. Gershenhorn answers your questions.
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