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Oncology Rehabilitation: An Integral Part of Integrative Care for Head and Neck Cancer Treatment

May 26th 2022

By Jennifer Cargile, Med, CCC-SLP

Head and neck cancer treatments and the subsequent side effects can be overwhelming for patients and their caregivers due to the impact they have on routine activities, writes a speech-language pathologist at Cancer Treatment Center of America Atlanta. However, the expert notes, there are plenty of specialists who can help improve patient quality of life.

Chemotherapy Hair Hacks: From Lint Rollers to Duct Tape

May 24th 2022

By Chelsey Gomez

Losing my hair due to cancer treatment was mentally and physically painful, but I learned a few tips and tricks along the way.

Myelofibrosis Symptom Management Is ‘Incredibly Important’ to Preserve Quality of Life

May 24th 2022

By Brielle Benyon

Myelofibrosis may cause major impairments to a patient’s quality of life, which is why it is pertinent that patients work with their clinicians to address these side effects.

Can a Virtual Reality Program Reduce Chronic Pain From Cancer?

May 10th 2022

By Ryan McDonald

Researchers are set to launch a new study to examine the feasibility of using an in-home virtual reality-guided mindfulness program to mitigate the effects of chronic cancer-related pain in patients and cancer survivors.

Certain Patients May Be at Higher Risk of Cancer-Related Cognitive Impairment, Stress, Anxiety

May 4th 2022

By Colleen Moretti

Unrelieved stress may play a part in causing cancer-related cognitive impairment and anxiety, though more research is needed.

Hot Weather, Hot Flashes, Hot Mess: Dealing With Cancer-Related Hot Flashes in the Summer Months

May 3rd 2022

By Liz McSpadden

I used to love spending time outdoors during the warm weather, but when I started getting hot flashes after my cancer-related oophorectomy, enjoying hot days got a bit trickier.

Older Patients With Prostate Cancer at a Higher Risk for Heart Complications After Androgen-Deprivation Therapy

May 3rd 2022

By Colleen Moretti

While a higher risk of heart issues was found in older men years after androgen-deprivation therapy, it is unknown if the risk comes from the treatment or other age-related comorbidities.

Scalp Cooling Is a Feasible Way to Preserve Hair During Cancer Treatment

May 2nd 2022

By Brielle Benyon

One of the most feared side effects from chemotherapy treatment is hair loss, but scalp cooling can help patients maintain their locks.

Non-Drug Therapy Can Help Insomnia in Cancer Survivors, But More Research Is Needed in Those Undergoing Treatment

May 2nd 2022

By Colleen Moretti

Cognitive behavioral therapy has been proven to improve insomnia in cancer survivors, but research is lacking in patients who are currently undergoing treatment or who have advanced disease.

Combating a Cancer Treatment Side Effect Turned Me Into a 'Calcium Junkie'

April 25th 2022

By Marissa Holzer

After my breast cancer metastasized to my lungs, I was put on a PARP inhibitor, which caused an unexpected side effect that, unfortunately, happens like clockwork.