September 10, 2018
Updated: February 13, 2020
After a cancer diagnosis, lots of decisions need to be made. One that many patients face is whether or not to have a catheter or a port—or both—inserted. These can be used for blood draws and intravenous (IV) chemotherapy... read more
April 26, 2018
Updated: February 26, 2020
Oral chemotherapy is a type of cancer treating drug that is taken in the form of a daily pill or liquid, allowing for less frequent medical appointments.
Over the past 20 years, more than 50 new oral anticancer medications (OAMs... read more
March 9, 2018
Updated: February 28, 2020
Chemo brain is the mental cloudiness or "brain fog" that up to 75 percent of cancer patients experience after chemotherapy. This mental fog may mean you forget things you used to automatically remember.
You may have trouble... read more
October 18, 2017
Updated: February 17, 2020
Many people are apprehensive before their first chemotherapy appointment. Preconceived notions and misinformation can add to the stress. “I think it is important to emphasize that the effects of treatments vary enormously... read more
September 25, 2017
Eric M. Horwitz poses with his certification of his fellowship into ASTRO on Sept. 26. 2017.Eric M. Horwitz, MD, chair of the Department of Radiation Oncology at Fox Chase, will be honored as a fellow of The American Society for Radiation Oncology at the... read more
September 18, 2017
Getting ready for chemotherapy is a lot like preparing for other life events—having a plan and the right support in place can make the whole experience less stressful. There are practical steps you can take to prepare intellectually and emotionally for your... read more