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Sometimes, Taking Care of Yourself Is Enough After Cancer

August 21st 2018

By Jane Biehl Ph.D.

Wistfully, I recall the days I could work all day, come home and do things around the house and then go out for dinner! Those days are long gone. I am off the chemo this week, but next week I will feel even more fatigue when I go back on.

Understanding the Cognitive Side Effects of Cancer and Its Therapies

August 15th 2018

By Debu Tripathy, M.D.

Although it may be more difficult to weigh the pros and cons of therapy in light of potential chemo brain than when considering other possible side effects, it still should be a part of the equation. This is especially true because numerous strategies may help ease chemo brain once (or if) it arises.

Don't Loathe the Lymphie Life

August 14th 2018

By Bonnie Annis

Learning to live life with lymphedema is challenging. The life changes it presents can cause many negative emotions. but you don't have to loathe life just because you have a chronic medical condition.

CURE New Issue Alert: Summer 2018

August 13th 2018

By Katie Kosko

The Summer 2018 issue is out! And we have a sneak peek at what’s inside.

Keeping Balance After Chemotherapy

August 7th 2018

By Jane Biehl Ph.D.

Chemotherapy treatment can greatly affect balance. But, there are things that can help.

Chemo Brain Returns?

August 5th 2018

By Justin Birckbichler

Am I getting old or is chemo brain coming back?

Reliving the Pain of Cancer

August 2nd 2018

By Diana M. Martin

Coping with emotional and physical pain years after a spouse's death from cancer leads to more questions about his treatment.

Lifting the Fog on 'Chemo Brain'

August 2nd 2018

By Leah Lawrence

Cognitive challenges that arise during the cancer journey can be frustrating. Researchers aim to learn more about the causes and treatment of ‘chemo brain.’

Is Chemo Fog Funny?

July 2nd 2018

By Jane Biehl Ph.D.

I laughed after I put my soiled laundry in the wastepaper bin in my bathroom instead of the laundry hamper. When I told my oncologist, she didn’t think it was funny at all.

Getting Old Is Not the Same As Being Ill

June 17th 2018

By Jane Biehl Ph.D.

While getting old and being ill can both cause a person to slow down, they are not the same thing.

Cancer Fatigue: Don't Let It Win

June 16th 2018

By Barbara Tako

This two-time cancer survivor is worn out, but not quitting.

After a Cancer Diagnosis, Which Risks Are Worth Taking?

June 15th 2018

By Jane Biehl Ph.D.

I usually got the infections first, so my oncologist loaded me up with antibiotics and off I went. She knows that not going would cause such a depression that I would be worse.

Untreated Pain Is Inhumane: Do Your Research Before Your Cancer Surgery

June 14th 2018

By Barbara Tako

Pain management or cost management? Which local surgical anesthetic will your hospital use?

The Center of Attention

June 6th 2018

By Karyn Dyehouse, M.D.

Under Medicare’s new oncology care model, patient-centric treatment aims to save money while improving health outcomes.

FDA Approves Leukine to Treat Blood-Related Acute Radiation Syndrome

June 6th 2018

By Kristie L. Kahl

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved Leukine (sargramostim) for the treatment of adult and pediatric patients who are exposed to myelosuppressive doses of radiation that results in a hematopoietic subsyndrome of acute radiation syndrome.

Hold the Phone

June 5th 2018

By Christopher Pirschel

Mobile apps may help teens and young adults stick with their medication schedules, a nurse scientist finds.

FDA Approves First Biosimilar to Reduce Risk of Infection During Cancer Treatment

June 5th 2018

By Kristie L. Kahl

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved Fulphila (pegfilgrastim-jmdb) as the first biosimilar to Neulasta (pegfilgrastim) to reduce the risk for febrile neutropenia in patients treated with chemotherapy in certain types of cancer.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Acupuncture Can Help Survivors With Insomnia Rest Assured

May 30th 2018

By Brielle Benyon

Insomnia is a common issue that many patients and survivors face. However, cognitive behavioral therapy and acupuncture was proven to be helpful in a recent study.

Residual Pain After Breast Cancer: Could It Be Cancer-Related Fatigue?

May 22nd 2018

By Bonnie Annis

Residual pain after breast cancer can be cancer-related fatigue. Learn more about the signs and symptoms from this survivor.

Navigating the Waves of Cancer Treatment

May 17th 2018

By Kristie L. Kahl

In this week’s episode of CURE Talks Cancer, we spoke with Matt Lashey, creator and CEO of the chemoWave app, which is designed to manage cancer symptoms and conditions by keeping track of a patient’s overall well-being to understand how their experiences may be related to feeling better or worse during treatment.

Daily Life with Lymphedema

May 16th 2018

By Bonnie Annis

For those living with lymphedema, everyday life can present both challenges and dangers. Learning how to avoid injury is vitally important but with just a few precautions, you can learn to protect your affected limb.

When's the Right Time to Stop Pain Medicine After Cancer Surgery?

May 8th 2018

By Barbara Tako

As a double mastectomy with reconstruction patient, I made the stupid decision to try to wean off pain medication only two weeks after cancer surgery.

Leading Cancer Centers Lack Availability of Sexual Aids

May 6th 2018

By Katie Kosko

Despite awareness that many cancer survivors suffer from treatment-related sexual dysfunction, sexual aids and resources are not readily available to them — even at leading cancer centers throughout the United States.

Symbols of Strength

April 11th 2018

By Doris Cardwell

Losing my hair, eyebrows and eyelashes didn't change who I was. It didn't change they people who loved me. Thanks to bright colors and make up, people told me all the time that I looked great.

Chemo Brain, Who Dis?

April 9th 2018

By Justin Birckbichler

Ever walk into a room and forget what you're doing? Chemo brain made me do that daily.

Systematic Light Exposure Improves Cancer-Related Fatigue

April 8th 2018

By Kristie L. Kahl

While previous studies showed bright white light therapy could prevent cancer-related fatigue, researchers also found it improves poor sleep efficiency among a variety of tumor types.

Cannabis: Coping with Cancer Symptoms, Addressing US Opioid Epidemic

April 6th 2018

By Kristie L. Kahl

Israeli study shows cannabis is safe and effective for the palliative treatment of patients with cancer.

Placebo Effect Beneficial in Treatment of Cancer-Related Fatigue

March 29th 2018

By Jessica Skarzynski

Open-label placebos may indeed have a positive effect on cancer-related fatigue in survivors, according to recent research.

Do Statins Contribute to Cancer Recurrence?

March 24th 2018

By Bonnie Annis

High cholesterol is a huge problem in America today, but are the statin drugs used to control high cholesterol potentially dangerous? Could these medications pose a health risk to cancer patients?

Kicking Chemobrain to the Curb

March 5th 2018

By Martha Carlson

This cancer patient undertook a brain training regimen to knock out chemobrain.

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