Articles for Tag: "cancer"

The less common symptoms of breast cancer 
The less common symptoms of breast cancer
Most women know to look for lumps, but what about other less common indicators that something is wrong.
What’s most likely to kill you? You may be surprised 
What’s most likely to kill you? You may be surprised
The CDC recently released a list of the five leading causes of death for Americans, which account for almost two-thirds of all fatalities.
Helping women kick cancer’s butt  Featured
Helping women kick cancer’s butt
After a special gift from a friend helped her through cancer treatment, Lauren Truelock wanted to give back.
Sexuality after cancer 
Sexuality after cancer
7 out of 10 breast cancer survivors struggle with issues related to their sexual health two years after diagnosis. An expert offers advice for women.
Touching lives in meaningful ways 
Touching lives in meaningful ways
Mary Palacz goes to exercise class every day. But when she climbs into her car each morning she isn’t headed to a fitness club.
How to talk to your kids about a scary diagnosis  Featured
How to talk to your kids about a scary diagnosis
Oncologists report a frequent question after a cancer diagnosis is “how do I tell my kids?” An expert offers advice.
Understanding palliative care 
Understanding palliative care
Researchers find the often misunderstood service can increase quality of life and lower cancer patients’ depression levels.