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The Bittersweet Blessings of Being a Young Adult Cancer Survivor

February 26th 2025

By Danielle Ripley-Burgess

Being a young adult cancer survivor is bittersweet, bringing both unique struggles and unexpected blessings that shape my life, career and perspective.

Cancer is Hard Enough Without Infections

February 21st 2025

By Jane Biehl Ph.D.

As a cancer survivor, I describe battling both cancer and infections and the toll it takes on my body.

How Patients With Cancer Can Avoid Counterfeit Therapeutics Online

February 21st 2025

By Dr. Megan Menon

Dr. Megan Menon explains how patients can verify the authenticity of online prescription purchases for their cancer treatment.

Rediscovering My Sense of Faith Following a Colon Cancer Diagnosis

February 17th 2025

By Carla Deschamps

Faith, from my perspective, is believing in the unseen, and was something I rediscovered following my colon cancer diagnosis.

Facing Cancer Together: Jim and Melanie’s Patient-Caregiver Story

February 13th 2025

By Sue McCarthy

Diagnosed with stage 3B lung cancer in 2018, I joined a support group where I met Jim and Melanie, and learned about Jim's sarcoma diagnosis.

Moving Slower and Slower After Myelodysplastic Syndrome

February 12th 2025

By Jane Biehl Ph.D.

I have been frustrated lately by my increasing slowness following an blood cancer diagnosis, which has become noticeable to others.

The Importance of Utilizing Support Networks Following a Cancer Diagnosis

February 10th 2025

By Dr. John Oertle

Dr. John Oertle discusses the key benefits to come from patients with cancer connecting with support networks, advocacy groups and resources.

Breaking Down the FDA Labeling Update of Xeloda and 5-FU in Cancer Care

February 10th 2025

By Ryan Scott

The FDA has updated the product labeling for Xeloda and 5-FU to highlight the risks associated with dihydropyrimidine dehydrogenase deficiency.

The Effects of Scanxiety on ‘Normal’ Life

February 10th 2025

By Karen Cohn

As a cancer survivor, I face added stress with an upcoming black belt test and "scanxiety" before my annual CT scan and oncology appointment.

An Expert Breaks Down What DPD Is and Labeling Updates From The FDA

February 10th 2025

By Dr. Gabriel A. Brooks

Dr. Gabriel A. Brooks discusses the recent FDA product labeling update for Xeloda and 5-FU which aims to highlight risks associated with DPD deficiency.