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December 28, 2022 Progress Against Cancer

Looking Back at 2022: Top 5 Stories About Cancer Research and Cancer Care

My picks for five of the top cancer research stories of 2022.

Best books about cancer
April 13, 2022 Book Reviews

10 Best Books About Cancer

My “top 10” list of the best books about cancer that I’ve read so far.

Searching for a cancer clinical trial
February 17, 2022 Clinical Trials

Finding a Cancer Clinical Trial

Participating in a clinical trial can be a way to benefit from a treatment that is better than the current standard-of-care for any stage of cancer.

Looking back at top stories about cancer research in 2021
December 18, 2021 Progress Against Cancer

Wrapping Up 2021: Top 7 Stories About Cancer Research and Cancer Care

Our annual look back at some of the top stories about cancer research and cancer care in the past year.

Choosing from options in medical care
May 7, 2021 Life After Diagnosis

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.

Reviewing "Radical" by Kate Pickert
March 17, 2021 Book Reviews

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.

Review of top cancer research stories in 2020.
December 29, 2020 Progress Against Cancer

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 2020 Breast Cancer Symposium held in San Antonio, Texas
December 19, 2020 Research Updates

Highlights From the San Antonio Breast Cancer Symposium 2020

My top three takeaways from the 2020 San Antonio Breast Cancer Symposium.

Examining how cancer patients can reduce their risk from COVID-19
August 29, 2020 Life After Diagnosis

Cancer Treatment and COVID-19: What Are the Risks?

Are cancer patients at increased risk for severe illness if they get COVID-19? What extra steps should they take to stay safe during the pandemic without delaying needed treatments?

Reviewing resources that provide information on cancer and coping with the Covid-19 crisis
March 23, 2020 Life After Diagnosis

Cancer and Coping With the COVID-19 Crisis: Helpful Resources

Resources that provide helpful information on coping with cancer and the COVID-19 crisis.

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