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Flower Power: Medical Cannabis for Cancer Side Effect Management

May 28th 2019

By Andrew Smith

Despite scant research regarding medical use of cannabis, strong popular sentiment is driving legalization of the flowering plant for therapeutic use.

The Road Forward for Medical Cannabis is a Complicated One

May 23rd 2019

By Debu Tripathy, M.D.

In this issue of CURE®, we tackle the controversial topic of medical cannabis.

At-Home Acupressure Relieves Anxiety, Pain for Breast Cancer Survivors

May 9th 2019

By Katie Kosko

Breast cancer survivors may find symptom relief through at-home acupressure, according to study findings.

Ease the Discomfort and Stress of Cancer Treatment with Supportive Care

May 1st 2019

By Debu Tripathy, M.D.

More and more patients are being offered palliative, or supportive, care, and this is a welcomed trend.

Fighting Post-Cancer Pain: CBD Worked for Me

April 5th 2019

By Bonnie Annis

In a follow-up post, one survivor explores the use of CBD products and shares how they've helped manage her post-cancer pain.

Under the Spotlight: Patients Speak Up About Gynecologic Cancer Side Effects

April 3rd 2019

By Theresa Sullivan Barger

Patients speak up on the rarely discussed side effects of gynecologic cancers.

Opioids Must Be Used Responsibly Amid a National Epidemic

April 2nd 2019

By Amin A. Ramzan, M.D.

Many patients suffer from chronic pain, making opioids essential for care.

Anticipating Treatment's Side Effects Can Help Alleviate Them

March 22nd 2019

By Mike Hennessy, Sr.

"We hope these thoughts on the prevention of, and awareness about, GI cancers and their side effects will be helpful to patients, survivors and caregivers alike," says CEO and Chairman Mike Hennessy, Sr.

Understanding Anemia and Cancer

March 20th 2019

By Jane Biehl Ph.D.

Anemia is so intertwined with cancer that every current patient and survivor should know about it.

Dealing with Shoulder Pain After Breast Cancer Treatment

March 9th 2019

By Felicia Mitchell

Breast cancer treatment is a life-saver but also can have side effects, including some related to shoulder pain. It is good to start doing the exercises as soon as the doctor recommends it. After that, a regular tune-up with a physical therapist can help.