Activated charcoal has become increasingly popular, appearing in supplements and cosmetic products like face masks and whitening toothpaste. But are there downsides to taking activated charcoal during cancer? Here, find out what activated charcoal is, how it’s used, and why you should talk with your health care team before using it.
Cancer survivor William S. Laird shares what it was like being diagnosed with appendiceal cancer, how he navigated multiple cancer surgeries and recurrences, and how he’s learned to move forward while living with cancer indefinitely.
In this “Meaningful Conversations” podcast, Dr. Richard Lee, Dr. Tara Sanft, and Dr. Biren Saraiya discuss what people with advanced cancer should know about sharing their health care wishes with doctors, caregivers, and loved ones, including tips for navigating these conversations.
Nurse practitioner Ashley Martinez shares what people diagnosed with breast cancer during pregnancy should know about coping with the disease, including the unique challenges they may face and where to find support.
In this podcast, Dr. Charu Aggarwal and Dr. Ryan Gentzler discuss what people with early-stage non-small cell lung cancer should know about treatment options before and after lung surgery, including what to consider when weighing treatment options and questions to ask the health care team.
In this “Meaningful Conversations” podcast, Dr. Lalan Wilfong and social worker Lydia Mills discuss what people with cancer should know about discussing their goals of care with the health care team, including tips for navigating this conversation.
Breast cancer survivor Claudia Passarini shares what it was like navigating her diagnosis, why she chose to participate in the TAPUR clinical trial, and how her participation led her to receiving life-saving treatment.
Cancer survivor Jeff Stewart shares what he decided to do to give himself the best chances of making the most of his time after his diagnosis, including why he chose to follow his oncologist’s treatment recommendations and the importance of avoiding misleading information during cancer.
Dr. Stephen Connor shares what people with advanced cancer and their families should know about hospice care, including misconceptions around hospice care, the benefits of hospice care, and how to find the right hospice program for you or your loved one.
In this month’s “From the Editor in Chief” column, Dr. Jyoti Patel discusses what people with cancer should know about patient-reported outcomes (PROs), including what they are and the important role they play in delivering high-quality cancer care.
