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My animals have taught me how to accept aging and managing the side-effects of chemo with dignity, as well as how to enjoy naps without feeling guilty.

One of These Legs Is Not Like the Other

January 30th 2019

By Sarah DeBord

I vaguely knew what lymphedema was, and assumed it was something that only happened to breast cancer patients. But you know what they say about making assumptions.

Lymphedema Awareness

January 30th 2019

By Tamera Anderson-Hanna

Lymphedema can occur years after cancer, but exercise and lymphatic massages can help relieve symptoms.

Fatigue, Chemo Brain and Other Cancer Symptoms

January 27th 2019

By Brielle Benyon

One expert discusses how cancer and its treatments can have many lasting side effects on patients, from depression to peripheral neuropathy.

Cancer and Peripheral Neuropathy

January 26th 2019

By Jane Biehl Ph.D.

I keep fumbling and dropping lids to water bottles and other items. When I climb the stairs to my apartment, I often feel like I am going to fall backwards and grab the rail. If I go out in the cold air, my fingers tingle for hours afterwards. What in the world is wrong with me?

Loneliness, Social Constraints May Increase Cancer Symptom Burden

January 23rd 2019

By Brielle Benyon

Loneliness may play a key role in an individual’s social constraints following a cancer diagnosis and its treatment, which in turn, may worsen symptom burden, according to recent research.

Insomnia and Cancer

January 22nd 2019

By Jane Biehl Ph.D.

I am a person who always was able to sleep and would generally be out before my head ever hit the pillow. Now I found myself tossing and turning for hours at a time.

Cold Weather Tips For Peripheral Neuropathy

January 21st 2019

By Martha Carlson

Winter can aggravate this chemotherapy side effect that causes hands and feet to feel numb, tingly and painful.

Staying Vigilant to Manage Treatment-Related Side Effects in Kidney Cancer

January 14th 2019

By Brielle Benyon

Treatment side effects are typically manageable for patients with metastatic kidney cancer, but patients must have open communication with their health care team about them.

Lymphedema Care During Winter Months

January 14th 2019

By Bonnie Annis

Limbs affected by lymphedema require specialized care, but during months where temperatures can be extreme, a little extra effort is necessary.

FDA Approves Medication to Treat Pediatric Patients With Immune Thrombocytopenia

December 15th 2018

By Katie Kosko

The Food and Drug Administration has approved Nplate for pediatric patients 1 year of age and older with immune thrombocytopenia who have had an insufficient response to medications, such as corticosteroids,or surgery to remove the spleen.

Immunotherapy Side Effects May Be More Prevalent in Real World Than in Studies

December 3rd 2018

By Beth Fand Incollingo

A retrospective study found that clinical trials may have fewer reported side effects than the real world.

Smartphone App Reduces Pain, Hospital Visits for Cancer Survivors

November 27th 2018

By Brielle Benyon

A smartphone app helped significantly reduce pain and hospital visits for patients with metastatic solid tumors.

Why Am I Always So Tired: A Look Into Cancer Fatigue

November 20th 2018

By Jane Biehl Ph.D.

It is not the type of fatigue where a good night’s sleep will “cure” us. It just seems to go on and on.

Researchers Identify Risk Factors of Chemotherapy Side Effect

November 14th 2018

By Katie Kosko

Preventing febrile neutropenia is crucial because the body’s white blood cells help to fight infection.

Health Monitoring After Cancer: Should You Let Stuff Go?

November 2nd 2018

By Jane Biehl Ph.D.

When it comes to routine eye checkups and other appointments not directly related to my cancer, I become lax.

Mindfulness Matters After a Cancer Diagnosis

November 2nd 2018

By Katie Kosko

Patients can use daily practices to help reduce stress and anxiety.

How Long Do Chemo Side Effects Last?

October 3rd 2018

By Jane Biehl Ph.D.

There are dozens of potential side effects, and more are being reported every month.

CURE's Top 5 Stories: September 2018

October 1st 2018

By Jessica Skarzynski

Here are the top 5 CURE stories for September 2018.

CURE Magazine Launches #MoreThanAPatient Campaign

September 24th 2018

By Jessica Skarzynski

Turning 'Cancer Fear Into Cancer Fierce'

September 22nd 2018

By Jessica Skarzynski

Former vice president Joe Biden addressed hundreds across the country during the Biden Cancer Summit.

Why is Cannabis for Cancer Unavailable for Most?

September 19th 2018

By Bonnie Annis

Medical marijuana continues to receive mixed reviews in the world of health care, but for those affected by cancer, it offers a ray of hope. Celebrities like Olivia Newton-John confirm the benefits through their own personal use of the plant but many don't have access to it.

Cancer and Cataracts

September 19th 2018

By Dana Stewart

As it turns out, a side effect of cancer treatment can be cataracts. Over the last two years, I have battled cancer treatment-induced cataracts. The good news is they can be fixed and I can see again!

Watch Your Mouth: Oral Mucositis for Cancer Survivors

September 18th 2018

By Kathy LaTour

The mouth is also part of the body, and yet, it is only in the past few years that oncologists have begun recommending patients see a dentist before they begin treatment to be sure the teeth and gums are in good shape.

Using the BARF Scale to Measure Nausea

September 11th 2018

By Elizabeth Davis, B.S.N., RN, CPN

One oncology nurse developed the BARF scale so her young patients could better communicate how they were feeling.

CURE's Top 5 Stories: August 2018

September 4th 2018

By Jessica Skarzynski

Take a look at the top 5 CURE stories of August 2018 in this video.

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