When it comes to cancer care, looking at a patient’s case from different perspectives is an essential part of deciding the best treatment approach. That’s why tumor boards are so crucial. These meetings provide a huge benefit to patients, though it’s a proc...

What if you could get high-quality radiation therapy for your cancer delivered in weeks shorter than the usual treatment regimen?You’d likely consider the quicker option—especially when you learn it is not only faster but also safe and effective, with fewer...

One possible complication of certain types of cancer treatment is lymphedema, a persistent buildup of fluid that often causes swelling, usually in an arm or a leg. It often occurs in women and men with breast cancer who have had lymph nodes removed as part ...

Updated: April 7, 2021 It goes without saying that cancer is not a topic that we want at the top of our mind. But the reality is, knowing your risk factors and getting screened may help catch cancer early. Talking to your physician at your annual chec...

For most people who get them, tattoos are a form of self-expression. But for some breast cancer survivors, a tattoo can have an entirely different purpose: It can help them love the look of their reconstructed breast after a mastectomy. Often the last step ...

Updated: April 30, 2021Nearly every woman knows someone who’s had breast cancer—whether a loved one or a friend. More than 300,000 women in the U.S. will be diagnosed with the disease this year, and more than 40,000 will die of it.Without a doubt, the ...