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What Happens When ‘The Caregiver Needs a Caregiver’ in Cancer Care?

September 27th 2023

By Alex Biese

When both a patient and their loved one acting as their caregiver are facing cancer, “there has to be proper care for both,” one expert tells CURE®.

Distress Screening Is Needed — But Uncommon — Among Cancer Caregivers

September 25th 2023

By Brielle Benyon

Most oncology clinics screen for psychosocial distress among patients with cancer, but the same can’t be said for their caregivers, recent research found.

Work-Life Balance ‘Crucial’ for Head and Neck Cancer Caregivers

July 25th 2023

By Ashley Chan

Caregivers of patients with head and neck cancer tend to face severe stress and burden related to their jobs, and it’s essential to implement more work-life balance.

Caregivers of Patients with Head and Neck Cancer Have 'Negative Consequences' on Health

July 5th 2023

By Ashley Chan

Caregiver burden was prevalent among caregivers of patients with head and neck cancer, due to lack of patient employment and poor health-related quality of life.

Adjusting to Cancer Together

June 9th 2023

By Colleen Moretti

Patients and their caregivers may benefit from community support and education following an MPN diagnosis

The Other Side of Shared Cancer Experiences

June 2nd 2023

By Debbie Legault

After my daughter was diagnosed with cancer, I began to share my experiences through writing, and through that I found camaraderie — and heartbreak.

Hospice in Cancer Care Helps Patients Fulfill Goals

May 25th 2023

By Brielle Benyon

Hospice care can be a valuable resource for patients with late-stage cancer who want to improve the quality of the rest of their life.

Mothering a Child in Cancer Survivorship

May 24th 2023

By Debbie Legault

As a mom, I have the “worry gene,” though it got much worse when my daughter was diagnosed with cancer.

Support Groups Address Loneliness of a Cancer Diagnosis for Patients, Caregivers

May 24th 2023

By Darlene Dobkowski, MA

Many cancer centers and nonprofit organizations offer resources for patients with cancer and their caregivers to see the support they need to navigate diagnosis, treatment and survivorship.

When a Parent Has Cancer, Children Become Young Carers — and That Changes Them

May 5th 2023

By Brielle Benyon

Children and young adults often take on more responsibility when their parent is diagnosed with cancer. A recent study surveyed these young carers about their experience.