Can a Blood Test Find Cancer Early?
A blood test that can detect cancer before any symptoms appear, and save lives as a result, is sometimes referred to as the “holy grail” of cancer research. Are we there yet?
Making Choices About Our Medical Care
Navigating breast cancer diagnosis and treatment, I learned that my active involvement in the decision-making process was essential.
Charity Review: The Hope Foundation for Cancer Research
The Hope Foundation directly supports clinical trials research conducted through the SWOG Cancer Research Network.
The Breast Cancer Conundrum: Review of “Radical” by Kate Pickert
In “Radical”, Kate Pickert tells the story of how our approach to breast cancer has evolved over the decades, and the impact that our “culture” has had on that history.
The Financial Toxicity of Cancer: Proposed Solutions and Resources
Some of the ways that policy makers, medical providers and patients can reduce the financial toxicity of cancer treatment.
The Financial Toxicity of Cancer: A Problem That Is Not Going Away
Understanding the “financial toxicity” of cancer, including what it involves, how it impacts us and who is most affected.
Cancer Treatment Side Effects: Are Doctors Listening?
A recent study compared what patients said about side effects they were experiencing from radiation treatment with what their doctors reported.
Wrapping Up 2020: Top 10 Stories About Cancer Research and Cancer Care
My picks for 10 of the top stories about cancer research and cancer care in 2020.
Highlights From the San Antonio Breast Cancer Symposium 2020
My top three takeaways from the 2020 San Antonio Breast Cancer Symposium.
New Treatments for Triple Negative Breast Cancer
This year we’ve seen some encouraging news with approvals of a targeted therapy and an immunotherapy for triple negative breast cancer.
Charity Review: Stand Up To Cancer
Stand Up To Cancer fosters collaboration among top scientists across fields to speed up the translation of research findings into new treatments.
After 20 Years 