An after-treatment exercise program can boost physical and mental health in more ways than one. Cancer Exercise Specialist Carol Michaels describes the first steps toward a safe exercise plan.
A personal medical record collects all of your medical information into a single file. Keeping one is an important step in managing your care. Learn about what to include, how to gather the information, and why creating a personal medical record can help.
Chaplain Libby Boatwright describes how providing palliative care is a team approach and explains the unique role that the chaplain plays.
World Cancer Day is this week. In recognition of this day, Dr. Schapira describes 4 ways that patients can put themselves in the driver’s seat of their cancer care.
Developing a strong relationship with your doctor and other health care professionals takes open, honest communication—on both sides. Get an inside perspective on navigating the potential challenges of talking with your health care team.
Decisions about your health can be complicated and overwhelming. So where can you turn for help and information that will make this process easier? Get the inside scoop on making informed decisions.
Dr. Robert Miller discusses the impact of online portals for patients at cancer centers and provides some helpful dos and don’ts for using them.
A digital rectal exam (DRE) is a test that examines a person's lower rectum, pelvis, and lower belly. This test can help your doctor check for cancer and other health problems, including:
Prostate cancer in men
An abnormal mass in the anus or rectum
Summer camp can be an amazing experience for kids whose lives have been affected by cancer. Although summer may seem like a long way off, now is the time to start researching and registering for programs.
Summer camps, week-long retreats, or weekend gatherings can be a way for children, adults, and families to come together to experience new adventures, find support, and learn something new about themselves.
