Cancer Care

Find information and inspiration here. Many people will face some type of cancer during their lifetime. And today, more of them than ever before are becoming survivors. Learn about the latest cancer treatments, technologies, research advancements and supportive care.

Dive into your gene pool

Worried about cancer? A $249 genetic test could ease your mind.

Patient Story

Brave girl

A 9-year-old's collection of more than 500 beads tells a story―of medical challenges met and overcome.

Second form of chronic fatigue?

Scientists discover biological markers that indicate presence of an 'atypical' chronic fatigue syndrome in some patients.

Patient Story

‘So happy I could cry’

For Naomi, progress after her bone marrow transplant means strawberries and bike rides.

U.S. thyroid cancer cases continue to rise

New study suggests a true increase, rather than just overdiagnosis.

Patient Story

‘I’m more appreciative of my life’

A new technology helped pinpoint Tim Lemon's prostate cancer last spring. After undergoing surgery, he's now cancer-free.

Many talks on end-of-life wishes end in confusion

Just 3 out of 10 accurately understood what their loved one wanted.

Phytoestrogen: A tool in the cancer battle?

You may want to add soy and ground flaxseed to your diet—they're two important sources of this plant-based estrogen.

Most cancers caused by random DNA copying errors

While habits and environment can be key to the disease, chance plays a huge role as well.

Patient Story

Improving care, one patient at a time

When a patient saw a burdensome step in his twice-a-week hospital visits, he teamed with an advocate to make a time-saving change.

Patient Story

A lifesaving visit

One woman set aside her skepticism and followed her doctor's advice to get a mammogram. It saved her life.

Another obesity downside: higher esophageal cancer risk

Research shows association with increased odds for stomach cancer as well.