Adolescent and Young Adult (AYA) CancerCancers that affect people between the ages of 15 and 39 are often called adolescent and young adult (AYA) cancers. This age group makes up about 5 percent of people... By Editorial Team3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Medical PTSD In Cancer PatientsFor many people, cancer is the worst fear of all. The word "cancer" often leads people to imagine hair loss, chemotherapy, nausea, and other physical symptoms. However, the physical symptoms... By Editorial Team3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Staying Hydrated on Chemo DaysWhen you have lung cancer, chemo dehydration is normal. Paying attention to the signs from your body that you're feeling more thirsty than usual is very important. However, getting enough... By Editorial Team3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Stereotactic Body Radiation TherapyStereotactic body radiation therapy (SBRT) is a form of radiation therapy that helps kill tumors. Radiation is a form of energy that can be used safely at low doses. For... By Editorial Team2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
Is EGFR+ Lung Cancer Hereditary?Epidermal growth factor receptor-positive (EGFR+) lung cancer is rare. It accounts for about 10 to 15 percent of lung cancers in the United States. There are several studies looking at... By Editorial Team2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
Rethinking Palliative Care for Advanced CancersPalliative care is also called supportive care or comfort care. Discussing palliative care before you need to can be worrying. This is especially true if you connect palliative care with... By Editorial Team3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
How Do Autoimmune Diseases Affect Cancer Risk?Our immune system is constantly working to fight foreign or dangerous invaders like viruses, fungi, or bacteria. This helps protect us from things like infections, the flu, and even cancer... By Editorial Team3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments8 comments
Treating Small Cell Lung Cancer With Radiation TherapyRadiation therapy uses high doses of radiation to kill cancer cells and shrink tumors. Sometimes called radiotherapy, radiation therapy can be an effective treatment for small cell lung cancer (SCLC).1Chest... By Editorial Team3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments4 comments
What Does EGFR+ Lung Cancer Mean?EGFR stands for epidermal growth factor receptor. EGFR is a protein that helps cells grow. However, a change (mutation) in the gene for EGFR can cause cells to grow too... By Editorial Team2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments3 comments
NEPA and Managing Nausea from Lung Cancer TreatmentScientists are making breakthroughs in preventing nausea and vomiting from chemotherapy. One medicine, called NEPA, shows promise in warding off these side effects in people receiving chemo for lung cancer... By Editorial Team2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
How Do Drugs Get Their Names?Most drugs on the market have 2 names. They have a brand name (like Tylenol), and a generic name (like acetaminophen). Unlike brand names, generic names are used to describe... By Editorial Team3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
Digital Health vs. Digital TherapeuticsTechnology is now a common way to deliver healthcare. Digital health products help prevent, diagnose, or manage chronic conditions. Devices range from wellness apps to artificial intelligence and wearable devices... By Editorial Team3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
What Are Digital Therapeutics?Digital therapeutics (DTx) first entered clinical discussions in the 1990s. The idea was that technology could improve healthcare access. It could help overcome barriers of location, time, and resources. This... By Editorial Team3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
The Racial Gap in Lung Cancer Rates Is ClosingIn the United States, lung cancer rates have been declining for years due to several factors. However, one long-lasting rate is just now starting to lower: the higher rate of... By Editorial Team2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
The Emotional and Mental Impact of COVID-19The COVID-19 pandemic has impacted everyone’s lives in 2020. However, recent evidence shows it may have effects beyond the inconveniences and interruptions to daily life. New research shows that the... By Editorial Team3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
Targeted Therapies Show Promise to Treat HER2-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung CancerMany people who have non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) find that traditional therapies and medications can be an effective way to treat their cancer. However, people who test positive for... By Editorial Team3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
Using Prophylactic Cranial Irradiation (PCI) To Treat SCLCNew treatment options for small cell lung cancer (SCLC) are of the utmost importance. Although medications have not changed much for SCLC over the years, other treatment options, like radiation... By Editorial Team2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
What is Thoracentesis Really Like?Your provider may have told you that you need a thoracentesis and you are probably wondering what thoracentesis is, why you need it, and the details about what to expect... By Editorial Team3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
A Sleep Hygiene Primer: Place, Time, and BehaviorWhile having cancer can make it difficult to sleep, practicing sleep hygiene can give you some control over your nighttime ZZZ. Last time, we talked about daily habits and their... By TK Sellman3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
A Sleep Hygiene Primer: Keep Healthy HabitsAre you living with a cancer diagnosis and struggling to sleep? Of course! Who can sleep when they know they have cancer? The disease course can also disrupt sleep, as... By TK Sellman3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments