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Patients with Breast Cancer May Experience Cognitive Decline Up to Two Years Post-Treatment

January 11th 2023

By Colleen Moretti

Treatment for breast cancer, such a chemotherapy, may cause a decline in working memory, processing speed, attention and more for patients.

Being Persistent Pays Off in Cancer Advocacy

January 7th 2023

By Bonnie Annis

Fighting for something I believe in was worth it, especially since it came to my health after cancer.

Novel Agent May Improve Dry Mouth Resulting From Radiation Treatment

January 3rd 2023

By Colleen Moretti

AAV2-hAQP1 was safe and effective in treating patients with dry mouth symptoms, which is often a result of some cancer treatments like radiation, according to phase 1 study results.

Playing ‘Whac-a-Mole’ While Managing GVHD Symptoms After Transplantation

December 28th 2022

By Darlene Dobkowski, MA

One patient describes the management of symptoms of graft-versus-host disease as playing Whac-a-Mole and emphasizes the importance of awareness and education for both patients and their families.

Three-Drug Regimen After Transplant May Improve Relapse-Free Survival in GVHD

December 19th 2022

By Darlene Dobkowski, MA

Adults with graft-versus-host disease who were treated with a three-drug regimen with cyclophosphamide after transplant may have improved survival rate compared with those treated with a two-drug regimen.

Dealing With Cancer's Side Effects and Finding Motivation

December 9th 2022

By Mike Hennessy Jr.

From fertility issues to oral side effects, cancer survivors may face health complications after treatment ends.

Cognitive Ability May Worsen More With Chemotherapy Plus Endocrine Therapy Versus Endocrine Therapy Alone for Breast Cancer

December 8th 2022

By Miranda Lankas

Patients with breast cancer, regardless of their menopausal status, may face worse cognitive ability with chemotherapy and endocrine therapy, although this may return to its pretreatment level after 36 months.

I Can’t Jump on the Bandwagon of CBD for Cancer Care

December 8th 2022

By Tamera Anderson-Hanna

I am not allowed to use CBD products, so when my oncology team recommended I try them, it gave me pause.

Women Should Know Their Options, Risks for Future Fertility Before Starting Cancer Treatment

December 1st 2022

By Colleen Moretti

Cancer can negatively affect fertility after treatment, and women should talk with their doctor about their personal risk and preservation options.

Chronic Hiccups May Represent Another Side Effect from Chemotherapy in Patients With Cancer

November 30th 2022

By Darlene Dobkowski, MA

A recently conducted study found that for some patients, chemotherapy-induced hiccups were worse than nausea and vomiting.