May 2, 2024

Statistics only show response rates of 20 percent to 40 percent for immunotherapy drugs.

April 30, 2024

Pharmacogenomics considers how a person’s unique genetic makeup influences his or her response to drugs and medications.

April 25, 2024

Virtual assistants may be helpful for cancer patients in certain circumstances. Learn what they are, what they do and how they assist.

April 23, 2024

When researchers mapped the human genome—the 23 pairs of chromosomes located in a cell’s nucleus—it ushered in the era of cancer treatment using precision medicine.

April 18, 2024

Those with cancer may require a tracheostomy after certain therapies or treatments to help with breathing and maintain quality of life.

April 16, 2024

Cancer researchers examined the physical activity levels of 1.4 million people over an 11-year period. Their conclusion: Regular exercise may reduce the risk of up to 13 cancers.

April 11, 2024

An experienced therapist can use acupressure to treat nausea and vomiting, or, with training and practice, patients may be able to self-administer the therapy as needed.

April 9, 2024

If your cancer care team recommends integrative care services in addition to conventional treatments, it’s helpful to know up front what insurance will cover.

April 4, 2024

Despite incredible advancements in cancer care, pancreatic cancer, one of the most hard-to-treat types of cancer, continues to vex doctors and researchers.