News, features, and commentary about cancer-related issues
A man who survived breast cancer tells CBS News about his emotional journey from embarrassment to empowerment.
Most adults in a survey didn't know that viruses can cause cancer, and fewer than 10% recalled talking with their doctors about cancer risk associated with certain viruses, according to the Prevent Cancer Foundation.
CMS said that Medicare beneficiaries involved in certain types of clinical research pertaining to myeloma, myelofibrosis, and sickle cell disease may be eligible for coverage of allogeneic stem cell transplants.
A microscope that can identify cancer cells just below the skin might offer an alternative to blood- and tissue-based biopsies, as reported by Fortune.
Australian researchers are using the term "miracle drug" to describe an investigational therapy for leukemia, RT News reported.
Two major ovarian cancer advocacy groups have merged to form the Ovarian Cancer Research Fund Alliance, the largest organization dedicated to ovarian cancer research, legislative advocacy, and patient support.
The former executive director of a Chicago-area cancer charity has been ordered by a judge to repay $44,000 the woman stole from the charity, according to the Chicago Sun-Times.
A majority of almost 2,000 physicians surveyed said they would favor state mandates for vaccination against human papillomavirus, and 92% said they would have their own children vaccinated, according to SERMO.
In an effort to facilitate end-of-life discussions, the Commission for Case Manager Certification has developed the End of Life Conversation Project Toolkit, available at no cost on the CCMC website.
The American Society of Clinical Oncology has doubled the publication frequency of the Journal of Oncology Practice from bimonthly to monthly.
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