Treatment for cancer can help manage or even cure the disease. It can also sometimes alter a patient’s appearance.Most people are familiar with common side effects of cancer treatment like hair and weight loss. But patients can also have scarring from surge...

When it comes to easing cancer symptoms, you have options. Your cancer care team might recommend medications or a range of other treatments. In some cases, that might include using complementary or integrative health practices right alongside conventional t...

When someone we care about is diagnosed with cancer, we often struggle to find the right words. We worry about saying the wrong thing. We reach for metaphors like fighting a battle or being a warrior.These images can be meaningful for some people. But for o...

Cancer survivors share many things, including this: a fear that their cancer will return. It’s a worry that, ironically, often surfaces at what should be an occasion for relief—the end of active treatment. But that’s exactly when cancer survivors see their ...

Sometimes, you just need to get out of town. Whether you’re longing for a break or want to see loved ones, travel can be good for your outlook and your health. If you’re undergoing cancer treatment, getting ready to roam might take a little more preparation...

Antioxidants are often touted as must-haves for optimal health, particularly when it comes to fighting diseases like cancer. But is the buzz justified?The compounds, which are present in foods and available as supplements, can play a key role in fighting fr...