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Let's Fight

March 8th 2018

By Kristie L. Kahl

Tony Beasley has spent years in the MLB as a third-base coach for the Texas Rangers. Little did he know his competitive nature and critical thinking would come in to play in his fight against stage 2 colorectal cancer. Since, Beasley has teamed up with Fight CRC as part of their One Million Strong Campaign to help others do one thing: Develop a mentality to fight.

Establishing a Safe Harbor for Survivors

February 22nd 2018

By Mindy Waizer

Alene Nitzky helps survivors transition from the end of treatment to the beginning of wellness.

Living With Chronic Pain After Cancer

February 20th 2018

By Kathy LaTour

Cancer offers a number of opportunities to be in pain, not only during treatments such as surgery, chemotherapy and radiation, but also from late effects such as peripheral neuropathy.

Web-Based Intervention Helps Childhood Cancer Survivors With Physical Activity

February 16th 2018

By Katie Kosko

Adolescent cancer survivors can improve fitness, cognition and quality of life through increased physical activity, according to study findings presented ahead of the American Society of Clinical Oncology’s (ASCO) Cancer Survivorship Symposium.

Sexual Aids, Resources Are Scarce for Cancer Survivors

February 15th 2018

By Kristie L. Kahl

The availability of sexual aids and resources available to cancer survivors at a wide array of cancer centers appeared disappointingly low, according to survey results to be presented at the 2018 Cancer Survivorship Symposium.

Younger Cancer Survivors Found to Skip Out on Follow-Up Care

February 15th 2018

By Beth Fand Incollingo

While adolescent and young adult survivors of cancer face an increased risk of long-term complications, many people in this group end up "lost to follow-up," according to recent research.

Physical Therapy Helps Women Recover Arm Mobility After Lymph Node Surgery

February 13th 2018

By Kristie L. Kahl

“Our take home message here is that all women receiving lymph node dissection, whether it is axillary or sentinel, should receive physical therapy to regain range of motion more quickly after surgery, and thus, help maintain physical functioning,” said Electra D. Paskett, Ph.D., MO.

Journaling About Cancer: A Positive Practice

February 7th 2018

By Felicia Mitchell

Keeping a journal during cancer treatment is great for perspective. While it can give you insights into symptoms as well as a record of treatments and reactions, it can also give you documented proof of how strong you can be, even years later.

Am I Vain After Cancer? I Will Cry If I Want To

February 5th 2018

By Barbara Tako

Breast cancer survivor discusses her upcoming prophylactic double mastectomy with reconstruction.

Join Our World Cancer Day Tweet Chat

February 5th 2018

By CURE staff

World Cancer Day is approaching. Join us on Monday's #CureConnect tweet chat to discuss how cancer has impacted your life.