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As healthcare professionals continue to manage the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic, the introduction of a vaccine allows patients with cancer to approach 2021 with cautious optimism for a better year ahead.

Khadijat Fatai-Banwo’s HER2-positive breast cancer diagnosis changed her outlook on the world and inspired her to become a leading voice in advocating for cancer care to be a national health priority in Nigeria.

2020 was a hard year for everyone, including patients with cancer who faced new challenges in these unprecedented times. As we reflect on this difficult year, it’s important to practice gratitude actively.

As we prepare for a socially distant holiday season, patients with cancer and their families can safely celebrate by participating in live video chats, phone calls, interactive games, and more.

Pets and pet therapy can bring joy to patients with cancer during a physically and emotionally draining time, but it’s important to know the risks involved.

COVID-19 has brought virtual learning into the mainstream, meaning that a child with cancer who learns from home is now in the same “classroom” environment as any other student, which can reduce feelings of stress and anxiety.

Exercise has been shown to reduce the risk of a wide range of chronic diseases, and is beneficial during and after cancer treatment to maintain patients’ physical and emotional well-being.

After the death of her brother from testicular cancer, Meg McQuarrie followed his life-affirming approach to cancer treatment by creating Elixir Fund, a nonprofit organization focused on helping patients with cancer and their caregivers.

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