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Two-time breast cancer survivor and breast cancer expert Lillie Shockney offers insightful advice to mothers with metastatic disease on how not to burden their teens with heavy expectations, and instead allow them to have “teenager time.” Read More ›
By Dana Taylor
Chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL) is the most common type of leukemia in adults. Recently, several new drug combinations without chemotherapy have been approved by the FDA for patients with CLL, providing patients new options when their cancer stops responding to current treatment. Read More ›
Hand-foot skin reactions are a type of side effect associated with targeted therapies, a newer type of cancer treatment. Oncology nurse navigator Cheryl Bellomo recommends strategies to ease the pain and skin sensitivity associated with these reactions. Read More ›
Patient complaints are often seen as inappropriate or pointless, since no one will pay attention. So, you may be surprised to learn that patients today are being encouraged to voice their complaints, to help providers improve their care and their patients’ satisfaction. Patients’ concerns are becoming providers’ concerns. Read More ›
Melody recounts her story of being a 34-year-old new mother diagnosed with breast cancer. Read More ›
Many patients with mantle-cell lymphoma face challenges related to the cost of their medications and other expenses associated with their care. Fortunately, assistance is available for many patients in need. Read More ›
One woman’s personal battle with a rare cancer was the motivation to change the law regulating the way doctors are educated in her state. Will your state be next? Read more about Greta Stifel’s journey from patient to lawmaker. Read More ›
Many clinical trials are taking place to investigate new drugs for treating mantle-cell lymphoma. Patients who are thinking about participating in a clinical trial should speak with their healthcare team to get all the facts before making their decision. Read More ›
Cancer treatment can be expensive, with numerous unplanned expenses. Fortunately, members of the healthcare team can help guide patients to the resources they need to plan ahead. Read More ›