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Samantha's Diagnosis and Family Considerations

June 3rd 2016

Role Reversal: When Husbands Become Cancer Caregivers

May 17th 2016

By Mark Cantrell

Men whose partners are diagnosed with cancer may need to learn new strategies to become effective caregivers.

Holiday Tips for Cancer Patients and Caregivers

December 13th 2015

By Jeannine Walston

Here are some important tips for cancer patients and caregivers to reduce stress, take care of themselves and enjoy the season.

A Cancer Journey: Life Outside of Cancer

August 20th 2015

A Cancer Journey: The Role of the Caregiver

August 20th 2015

A Cancer Journey: Lung Cancer Diagnosis

August 20th 2015

The Importance of Educating Patients

August 19th 2015

Comfort of Your Care Team

August 19th 2015

Clinical Trials: Pros and Cons

August 7th 2015

Answering the Difficult Questions

August 7th 2015

Common Questions/Concerns from Patients

August 7th 2015

The Day in the Life of the Oncology Nurse

August 7th 2015

Logistics, Appointments, and Clinical Trials

August 2nd 2015

Myths About Cancer and Treatment

August 2nd 2015

Cancer and Family Matters

August 2nd 2015

Learning About Your Prognosis

August 2nd 2015

Talking to Your Doctor About Your Diagnosis

August 2nd 2015

Being Diagnosed With Cancer

August 2nd 2015

Caregiver Challenge: Sharing Their Pain

June 20th 2015

By Letitia L. Star

Caregivers may grapple with practical and emotional challenges as they help loved ones manage cancer-related pain.

As Healthcare Shifts to Caregivers, Knowledge Matters

May 5th 2015

By Elizabeth Whittington

With cancer treatment being delivered more in an outpatient setting, the burden of home healthcare has shifted more to family caregivers.

Care Package

April 12th 2015

By Robert Stern

Caring for a loved one means being there through treatment, side effects and worry—but also finding time for yourself.

Lining Up for Online Support

February 18th 2015

By Elizabeth Whittington

Online support groups are growing in popularity as an outlet for stressed caregivers.

Don't Just Put On a Happy Face

January 28th 2015

There is a lot of pressure on cancer patients to stay cheerful and only focus on the positive during treatment and beyond. I think this is overrated and can stifle the process of coming to terms with this disease.

Oncology Nurse Linda Casey Offers Advice to Cancer Caregivers

January 24th 2015

Oncology nurse Linda Casey encourages caregivers to be vigilant in watching for signs and symptoms of anything abnormal in the patient, such as certain side effects.

Dedicated to the Caregivers

January 6th 2015

Caregivers walk alongside cancer patients through every step of the journey.

Surviving Caregiving

November 26th 2014

By Kathy LaTour

Even after treatment ends, cancer impacts caregivers as well as patients.