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In a midwestern town, thousands of people who lived and worked near the medical medical device sterilization company Sterigenics experienced daily exposure to cancer-causing rates of ethylene oxide. Years later, the community is finally seeking justice.
With flavors such as mango and crème brûlée, vaping among youth and teens was once seen as something enjoyable and trendy. Now, society is recognizing the more sinister side of the brands marketing these potentially harmful products. cW sits down with Dr. Faiz Bhora, chief of thoracic surgery at Hackensack Meridian Health, to discuss this pernicious threat.
Dr. Diane Reidy-Lagunes of Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center combines her training as an oncologist and her passion for helping others by hosting the informative and inspirational “Cancer Straight Talk” podcast.
Roots & Wings Foundation raises awareness about metastatic breast cancer (MBC), connecting those diagnosed with integrative therapies to help them live longer, healthier lives.
Kathy Hren has been a stage IV, ALK-positive lung cancer warrior for almost 12 years. Through life-prolonging medicine and art therapy in the form of quilting, she has been able to live a life she is grateful for.
All plastic products shed “microplastics” — minute particles that are infiltrating the water we drink, the air we breathe and even our own bodies. Research into the effects of microplastics is still young, but signs point to potentially devastating long-term impacts on the environment and human health.
Creating a single test to detect multiple cancer types is one goal of President Joe Biden’s Cancer Moonshot Initiative, but how close are we to making this dream a reality?
Stupid Cancer offers mental health discussion series.
Susan Herndon, BSN, RN shares the how and why of getting the body ready for cancer treatment.
Cancer Wellness spoke with the founders of six wildly different initiatives — from a nonprofit, to a mobile app, to a virtual happy hour — that were all inspired by their individual cancer journeys.
For decades, industrial and manufacturing waste was dumped into the Grand Calumet River, turning the natural wilderness of the Calumet region into a polluted wasteland. But recent cleanup efforts aim to restore the river and surrounding region to a place of beauty once again.
Finding meaning with Cancer Support Community Los Angeles.
More athletes have been turning to cannabis to support their recovery efforts post-game or post-workout, but what purpose do CBD and THC serve in a sports and exercise setting?
Part one of cW’s Psychedelic Series examines the history of research into psychedelic drugs in the United States and considers why psychedelic therapy may be an ideal option to help relieve some cancer patients’ end-of-life depression and anxiety.
Harnessing the “plastic” power of your brain can help cancer thrivers and survivors neutralize the feelings of depression and anxiety that may accompany a diagnosis — no products, programs or prescriptions required.
The advancement of artificial intelligence in hospitals and other care settings has allowed for growth and improvement in both the diagnosis and treatment of cancer. Here are some of the cutting-edge technologies that we think you should know about.
Work may be the last thing on your mind in the midst of a cancer diagnosis, but familiarizing yourself with workplace policies will give you time to focus on your health — in and out of the office.
MyUzima Health & Wellness works to improve health outcomes for Black communities.
Jeeva Informatics is widening access to adult and pediatric clinical trials through the screen.
A recent clinical trial using an immunotherapeutic “checkpoint inhibitor” completely eradicated colorectal cancer in all 18 participants.
Communities downwind of nuclear testing sites bear the brunt of negative health outcomes from radiation exposure.
A sudden diagnosis of stage IV lung cancer left Diane Hura uncertain about her future, but a drug for ALK-positive lung cancers inspired hope for a second chance.
Rick Bartlett, prostate cancer thriver, hopes revolutionary advancements in cancer care will encourage more men to take their health seriously.
Triage Cancer provides free resources, webinars and conferences that arm you with the practical and legal information you deserve to know.
These oncologists are contributing to the ever-evolving cancer care space.
An unlikely pathway for potentially evolving cancer care has come to light: the blockchain.
Side effects aren’t always minor. Familiarizing yourself with your medications and symptoms can be a lifesaver in serious situations.
Transitioning from health care provider to patient, nurses diagnosed with cancer are finding beneficial ways to nurse their way back to better health.
Dr. David Tom Cooke, M.D., F.A.C.S., is a thoracic oncologist and surgeon who specializes in lung cancer, esophageal cancer and robotic surgery at UC Davis Medical Center.
Cancer screenings can save your life—but that doesn’t mean they’re pleasant to sit through. These less invasive options for men are changing the game.
From mental health management to palliative care assessment, augmented intelligence is helping shape the future of cancer care.
Yla Flores wasn’t experiencing any symptoms of colon cancer, but she decided to undergo an at-home colon cancer test that her doctor offered. It was easier, less invasive and ended up saving her life.
Ion technology is guiding doctors in more precise and efficient surgical procedures, meaning easier and faster recoveries for lung cancer warriors.
Heather Matt, a four-year colorectal cancer warrior, describes her cancer experience at just 35 years old and how the National Comprehensive Cancer Network’s new screening guidelines can save even more lives.
The landscape of lung cancer is changing, but there’s still work to be done. Dr. Michael Liptay is one health care professional spearheading the push for preventive action.
The COVID-19 pandemic is shaping the way we approach cancer screenings. Low-cost, less invasive and more convenient testing options are on the horizon.
Though more common in women, breast cancer is devastating another demographic—men.
People aren’t perfect, and artificial intelligence may be the answer to bridging the gaps in pathology left by human error.
For Shepherd Therapeutics founder David Hysong, “rare isn’t rare” is more than just a slogan when it comes to oncology. It is a battle cry rooted in his personal fight against cancer.
A common medication used to treat acid reflux was taken off the market two years ago, but its health hazards—including cancer risk—are ongoing.
After seeing the effects that invasive treatment had on warriors close to him, Michael Justiz knew there had to be another way when faced with his own prostate cancer diagnosis. He took a gamble on a new technology—and it paid off.
Women researchers are important to cancer science, yet the oncology field often fails at properly recognizing it. Organizations like Women Who Conquer Cancer and ResearcHERS are working to shatter the glass ceiling.
India is a country of high cancer mortality rates and limited accessible resources, where many travel miles and miles to expensive cities for late-stage treatment, becoming houseless in the process. Wanting to help, one government official offered up his state house. Now, it’s a beacon of hope for cancer patients.
Psychedelics are entering the mainstream with potent potential to ease cancer side effects of the existential variety.
The US is the top oil producer in the world, but emerging research is finding that a push for profit may come at the expense of citizens’ health.
While pushing for the option of women taking matters into their own hands when it comes to birth control, Saundra Pelletier was doing the same with her breast cancer diagnosis.
The research behind the mRNA-based vaccines used to minimize severe COVID-19 cases has another potential use—fighting cancer.
As integrative medicine becomes increasingly popular, practitioners like Dr. Shelly Smekens at Raden Wellness are ensuring patients encounter safe and smart whole-person healing.
To give a more personal touch to cancer care, the medical industry is harnessing the power of 3D printing.
While an incredible advancement, immunotherapy doesn’t work for every warrior—especially young women. By aiming to tailor treatment and customize care, precision medicine is ushering in a new era of improving immuno-oncology.
Thergy, a “cancer care solutions” brand, has revolutionized radiation and chemotherapy treatment with the introduction of ARC, their skin-saving solution.
Dr. Nita Lee, an OB-GYN at the University of Chicago, says the COVID-19 pandemic allowed her team to embrace a more patient-forward approach to tackling cancer.
The COVID-19 pandemic has disrupted many things, including funding for cancer research. Now, nonprofits are adapting to a changing financial landscape with novel approaches to fundraising.
November is Lung Cancer Prevention Month and we interviewed Sandra Cohen, a stage IV lung cancer warrior with a new lease on life.
HPV-related cancer types could be eradicated in the near future if all children receive a vaccine. So why are many young boys not getting the shot?
The future of detection for 50 types of cancer may be found in a just few drops of blood.
Knowing how a cancer diagnosis or genetic information affects insurance.
Dr. Jessica Donington, the chief of thoracic surgery at the University of Chicago, wants to keep mesothelioma patients living not just longer, but better, too.
Cancer warriors and thrivers may be more susceptible to contracting the novel coronavirus and developing severe complications, especially if there is a history of lung-specific illnesses like mesothelioma.
To optimize cancer management, professionals say medical teams should use consistent testing terminology, improve communication, and encourage shared decision making between patients and medical personnel.
After their remarkable efforts in reducing the impact of the novel coronavirus, Germany is positioned to become a leader of the medical tourism industry in a post-pandemic world.
The fast-paced shift to WFH due to the pandemic can be especially difficult for cancer warriors and thrivers for a myriad of reasons. But it also opens a new door to employers meeting your needs.
After years of use, chemotherapy is finally becoming more personalized thanks to ongoing research in precision medicine at the Nagourney Cancer Institute.
Optune Lua may be an effective treatment option for patients with inoperable malignant pleural mesothelioma combined with dual-drug chemotherapy.
Despite being a risk factor for cancer, alcohol consumption remains high among cancer fighters and survivors according to a new study, worrying many in the medical field.
Since the 1960s, telehealth has been an essential component of military and space technology development. Over time, the technology became more accessible to health care professionals as a useful tool to provide patient care globally.
Cancer clusters are difficult to confirm for many reasons, but once a cluster is identified, what comes next?
Childhood cancer research lags far behind research into adult treatments, but the risk of negative health effects later in life demands these cancers get the same support—and federal dollars.
With the right tools and information, accessing the right prescription medication for your cancer diagnosis doesn’t have to be complicated.
We spoke with Dr. Jonathan Bank, a reconstructive plastic surgeon, about why medical facilities are cancelling cancer surgeries to protect patients.
Although acupuncture has been used for thousands of years to treat a number of medical ailments, it has only recently crossed over to the Western medical world, including for cancer patients.
Meet Elizabeth Tuckwell, our resident complementary medicine columnist and resident meditation guide.
Alternative treatment centers in Tijuana, Mexico, claim miracle cures for cancer, but therapies on offer—ranging from zany to dangerous—often do more harm than good.
You try to do the right thing and buy organic fruits and vegetables, but there might be one place pesticides hide in secret: your wine rack.
Research in two small villages in the Cappadocia region of Turkey led to one of the most important discoveries in the fight against the rare cancer mesothelioma. Now, one of the lead researchers shares his story.
Research and advancements in treatment for rare cancers like mesothelioma is slow-going, but Loyola Medicine’s Dr. Muaiad Kittaneh is doing the work few else will.
Sharsheret understands the wholly specific religious, cultural, and genetic implications of people of all Jewish backgrounds receiving a cancer diagnosis.
For years, agrochemical company Monsanto has been hiding the truth about the cancer-causing herbicide glyphosate, but recent lawsuits have brought the truth to light.
Find out how some cancer patients trade the chemo clinic for a day at the beach.
Photodynamic therapy, previously only used for esophogeal and lung cancer, offers new treatment options for aggressive cancers in new trials.
Want clear skin? Epigenetics—the study of controlling gene expression—is no longer just for the cancer research world.
Better cancer treatment options mean higher survival rates, but long-term survivors risk cardiovascular disease later in life. At InvivoSciences, Ayla Annac is growing microhearts to help better understand the cardiovascular risks of cancer treatment.
Thanks to virtual-reality technology, many chemotherapy patients are escaping the dreary confines of the hospital for a restorative afternoon at the beach.
Hawaii’s controversial sunscreen ban means a healthier ocean for both human and marine life, but some doctors worry new restrictions could lead to higher incidences of skin cancer.
Drs. Jennifer and Jaehyuk Choi together run a first-of-its-kind oncodermatology department and lab, revolutionizing the fast-developing field, while still making time to raise their three daughters in Chicago’s North Shore.
The fourth-largest city in America is home to some of the best food, art, and luxury spas in the nation—and a 50-million-square-foot medical complex.
Using viruses to eradicate tumors may be the future of cancer treatment.
After 80 years of loose regulations and questionable safety practices, the cosmetics industry is about to get a much needed face-lift.
The future of early-stage cancer detection may be found in man’s best friend.
Dr. Jeffrey A. Borgia is ready to move his test for early-stage lung cancer detection to clinical trials—is this the first step to a pan-cancer blood test?
Meet Dr. Jason Luke, immunotherapy’s “man of the moment” and our cover star. Luke believes immunotherapy is the future of cancer-care treatment. Is he right?
Immunotherapy didn’t develop overnight. The treatment, which capitalizes on the body’s natural defenses on a cellular level, has been in use or development since the late-19th century.
