In this “Cancer in My Community,” Dr. José Enrique Gonzales Nogales describes what cancer is like in Bolivia, including how people with cancer are treated, how they access care, and what challenges exist to providing cancer care in the country.
The ASCO Annual Meeting begins on June 4, and here is some of the notable research that will be presented. Topics include combined immunotherapy for esophageal cancer, targeted radiation for mCRPC, olaparib for HER2-negative breast cancer, adjuvant chemotherapy for cervical cancer, pembrolizumab for kidney cancer, and toripalimab for nasopharyngeal cancer.
In this post, cancer survivor Bethany Hart discusses how she learned to cope with her survivor’s guilt by reframing the conflicting emotions she was feeling.
Cancer survivor Jacky Costello talks about the emotions she felt after cancer and its treatment and how starting her own business helped her find new purpose.
Dr. Aleesha Adatia discusses the difficulties of treating cancer in Tanzania and why there’s a need for more resources for people with cancer in the country.
A colposcopy is a way to check a woman’s cervix, vagina, or vulva for cancer or abnormal areas that can become cancer. Learn what to expect before, during, and after this examination.
If you’ve been diagnosed with a gynecologic cancer, learning about your disease and its treatment can help you make well-informed decisions and regain a sense of control.
People who have HIV are at a higher risk for developing some cancers. Dr. Ramya Ramaswami shares what you need to know about cancer prevention and treatment if you’re living with the virus.
Cervical cancer survivor Tamika Felder is helping to save lives by challenging the stigma of the disease that changed her life. Learn how she found her voice and filled a void in the cancer community.
Did you know that a simple vaccination can prevent HPV and related cancers? Learn more in this infographic.
