Herbs and cancer drugs - They may not mix
Many people with cancer turn to dietary supplements such as antioxidant vitamins as well as to plants and plant products. read more »
Three breast cancer survivors tell “What I learned about myself”
Gari Julius Weilbacher, Marie Valenta, and Esther Hughes all have had breast cancer. Each woman’s experience is unique. Yet they have learned remarkably similar lessons: the importance of participating actively in healthcare decisions; accepting help from friends and family; and pursuing dreams now rather than later. read more »
Dense breasts an underappreciated cancer risk
About 15 years ago, when I was first diagnosed with breast cancer, my radiologist told me I had dense breasts. read more »
Understanding a pathology report
Lillie Shockney, RN , BS, MAS, is the administrative director of the Johns Hopkins Avon Foundation Breast Center. She writes regular features for Living with Cancer Health monitor to help readers live well as cancer survivors. As a breast cancer survivor herself and healthcare professional, she speaks to audiences and has written books about breast cancer.
The impact of breast cancer on caregivers
This year more than 250,000 women will be diagnosed with breast cancer. But millions will be affected. I tell women that although they're the ones with the diagnosis, everyone who loves them will be affected. Let's look at who is impacted and why. read more »
Ending treatment: On the way to a new life
You’ve been looking forward to this moment: Your breast cancer treatment is finally over. Friends, family, and co-workers are likely to view this as an occasion for celebration. But few patients do. Fear of recurrence is always in the back of their mind. And they wonder if their health will ever really get back on track. It can be a tricky time. read more »
How men choose among prostate cancer treatments
Faced with localized prostate cancer, many men are more concerned with “getting rid of it” than with carefully assessing treatment options. read more »