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...

Updated: April 8, 2022Lung cancer is the second most diagnosed cancer in individuals, and is far and away the most lethal form of cancer. It accounts for about 13% of new cancer cases each year, and about a quarter of all cancer-related deaths. But despite ...

Updated: April 7, 2021It 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 check-up abo...

Updated: April 8, 2022It’s not news that smoking is by far the biggest cause of lung cancer. And the more someone smokes, the greater their risk of lung cancer.But this fact about smoking may surprise you: “Even light smoking raises your risk of lung cancer...

Updated: February 25, 2020If you’ve just received a lung cancer diagnosis, you almost certainly feel frightened—and you may have a sense of urgency about starting treatment. But typically there is time for something that could be invaluable: a second opinio...