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Lessons in Love and Resurrection: My Journey Through Leukemia

Patient Stories

Shaun Willson’s story is one of daring independence and strength, as he championed through an acute myeloid leukemia diagnosis while also being the primary caregiver to his wife, Deborah, during her battle with metastatic cancer.

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Finding Our Voices, Telling Our Stories: Metastatic Breast Cancer Advocacy

Patient Advocacy

Musa Mayer, breast cancer survivor and advocate, was recently recognized for her 25 years of advocacy on behalf of patients with advanced breast cancer. Read Musa’s inspiring story.

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Financial Support and Resources for Patients with Cancer and Their Families

Featured Video Lillie Shockney addresses the prevalent issue of financial toxicity and identifies a number of resources and services that can help patients and families manage the cost of cancer care.

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What Are Cancer Biomarkers, and Why Are They Important?

Biomarkers are biologic markers that indicate changes in our genes and can signify an increased risk of cancer.

New Developments in Cancer Biomarkers Reported at AACR 2018

Developments in tumor biomarkers and their role in guiding cancer treatment were reported at the 2018 annual meeting of the American Association for Cancer Research.

Cancer Genetics or Genomics — Is There a Difference?

Genetics and genomics are terms that relate to genes that are involved in cancer. Often used interchangeably, the terms actually refer to different things.

What Are Biomarkers in Breast Cancer, and How Do They Affect My Treatment?

In this interview, Dr. Daniel F. Hayes, MD, FACP, FASCO, Immediate Past President of ASCO and the Stuart B. Padno’s Professor of Breast Cancer Research at the University of Michigan Comprehensive Cancer Center talks about how biomarkers offer more precise treatment opportunities for breast cancer patients.

From Silent Voices to “Hear My Voice”: People Living with Metastatic Breast Cancer Are Speaking Out

Advocacy program trains metastatic breast cancer patients to educate the public about the disease and helps them share resources with other patients.

FDA Approves First Direct-to-Consumer Genetic Test for 3 Types of BRCA Mutations in Men and Women

This first-ever direct-to-consumer genetic test can provide information on potential risks to individuals who may not have access to genetic screening, but the information may be misleading without feedback from experts.

Air Charity Network: Volunteers with Wings

Fly through barriers to cancer care with the Air Charity Network. This nationwide network has volunteer pilots who fly patients with cancer to their treatment around the country, entirely free.

Never Say Never: How I Beat the Odds

After achieving remission of stage IV Hodgkin lymphoma, Sydney was told she would have less than a 5% chance of conception because of the treatment she received. Then 2 miracles happened.

Lessons in Love and Resurrection: My Journey Through Leukemia

Shaun Willson’s story is one of daring independence and strength, as he championed through an acute myeloid leukemia diagnosis while also being the primary caregiver to his wife, Deborah, during her battle with metastatic cancer.

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Blincyto First Drug Approved for ALL and the MRD Biomarker

FDA Approves First Direct-to-Consumer Genetic Test for 3 Types of BRCA Mutations in Men and Women

Quizartinib Significantly Improves Survival Over Chemotherapy in Patients with Relapsed/Refractory AML and FLT3-ITD Mutation

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Quizartinib Significantly Improves Survival Over Chemotherapy in Patients with Relapsed/Refractory AML and FLT3-ITD Mutation

This is the first treatment that targets patients with AML and the FLT3-ITD mutation. In this clinical trial, patients who received quizartinib lived longer without disease progression than those receiving chemotherapy.

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Skin Cancer Awareness Month

May is Skin Cancer Awareness Month! View this slideshow to learn the latest statistics in the United States, leading causes and preventive measures, and quick facts on melanoma, one of the most common types of skin cancer. Conquer cancer with knowledge.

From Your Navigator

Working with Your Navigator

By Sharon S. Gentry, RN, MSN, AOCN, CBCN, ONN-CG

Nurse Navigator Sharon Gentry explains the critical role a “navigator” plays throughout cancer treatment and offers useful strategies for patients to communicate with and properly utilize their navigators to receive the best possible care.

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Cancer and the Workplace

By Lillie D. Shockney, RN, BS, MAS, ONN-CG

Lillie Shockney clears up some misconceptions that patients and employers have regarding functioning in the workplace after being diagnosed with cancer.

Wellness Corner

Herbs, Supplements, and Cancer Treatment

By Mary Hill, BSN, RN, OCN

Herbs and supplements have properties that can interact with your cancer treatment, so it is important to talk to your care team about which herbs and supplements may be right for you.

Reduce Cancer Risk With Your Fork

By Jennifer C Redlich, MS, RD, CSO, LDN

March is National Nutrition Month! Jennifer Redlich, RD, LDN, offers some readily available cancer-preventing foods you don’t want to overlook on your next trip to the supermarket.

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