Patient Support & Survivorship
Patient support and survivorship focus on improving the quality of life for individuals during and after cancer treatment through medical, emotional, and social care. Resources like counseling, rehabilitation, and wellness programs help patients manage side effects, reduce recurrence risks, and navigate life beyond cancer.
Study indicates that exercise can help colon cancer survivors live as long as matched individuals
Physical activity may help colon cancer survivors achieve long-term survival rates similar to those of people in the general population, according to a study published in Cancer.
THON providing hope to families fighting pediatric cancer
STATE COLLEGE, Pa. (WTAJ) — THON’s 46-hour dance marathon provides many families an avenue of hope when it comes to financing their child’s cancer expenses.
Testosterone Recovery Linked to Overall Survival in High-Risk Prostate Cancer
TUESDAY, Feb. 18, 2025 (HealthDay News) — Serum testosterone (T) recovery to normal levels is associated with a significant improvement in overall survival in patients with high-risk prostate cancer receiving radiotherapy and long-term androgen deprivation therapy (ADT), according to a study presented at the American Society of Clinical Oncology annual Genitourinary Cancers Symposium, held from Feb. 13 to 15 in San Francisco.
Support Throughout the Entire Cancer Journey
Dr. Sanft, who describes herself as a “very midwestern girl, through and through,” was raised in a mid-size town in Iowa and decided to become a doctor when she was quite young.
US Navy veteran beats cancer with experimental treatment and reliance on faith
After facing the threat of active war, many veterans also wage battles with cancer.
UChicago Medicine first in Midwest offering breakthrough treatment for cancer patients
It’s a breakthrough in cancer treatment, and UChicago Medicine is one of the first hospitals to offer it.
Deadliest Catch star Captain Wild Bill shares positive cancer update
Captain ‘Wild’ Bill Wichrowski, known for his role on Discovery Channel’s Deadliest Catch, has provided an encouraging update on his battle with prostate cancer.
Scientists pave way to stopping aggressive cancers before they spread
Scientists have made a breakthrough in predicting cancer tumour aggressiveness, potentially revolutionising early intervention.
UI researchers develop new imaging tool aiming to lower re-operation rates after cancer surgery
The Margin Diagnostics (MarginDx) project combined imaging technology and other tools to assist doctors during surgeries and ensure all tumor cells are removed. The system collects an “optical biopsy,” similar to an ultrasound, but uses light instead.
Cancer Treatment Kills Tumors Using Sound And Water
In what medical experts are calling a potential game-changer, a new FDA-approved treatment uses highly-focused soundwaves to destroy cancer cells. This innovative approach, known as histotripsy, offers several advantages over traditional radiation and radiofrequency ablation treatments, providing hope for patients with limited options.
Single best diet to follow for slashing cancer, dementia and heart disease risk (Mirror Online)
A new study emphasizes the significant health benefits of the Mediterranean diet in reducing the risk of cancer, dementia, and heart disease.
Kidney Cancer: Revolutionary Changes in Treatment with New-Age Technology – News18
With continued advancements, early detection, and innovative treatments, we are moving closer to a future where kidney cancer is no longer a life-threatening disease but a manageable condition.
