News and Reports
To be an effective advocate, whether for yourself or at the federal level, it is important to stay informed. Below you'll find a list of the most recent cancer news so you can stay up to date. By clicking on the title, you'll be able to learn more about the latest news, find out how you can make a difference, and leave your comments after reading what others are saying.
Report Finds That Communication Is Key
Doctors and survivors need to communicate openly about the supplements that the survivors take, to ensure that survivors get the best guidance and treatment they can.
Who might be interested: Survivor In-Treatment, Survior Post-Treatment, Caregivers/Family/Friends, Physician, Nurse, Social Worker
Palliative Care Reduces Suffering for Children
Children who have advanced cancer receive better end-of-life care when their medical teams discuss palliative care with them and their families.
Who might be interested: Physician, Nurse, Survivor In-Treatment
Some Insurance Co-Payments Rise for Cancer Drugs
Many cancer patients will be forced to pay a significantly larger part of their prescription drug costs because of a new pricing system adopted by health insurance companies.
Who might be interested: Policymaker, Survivor In-Treatment, Physician
Many Cancer Survivors Are Not Exercising Enough
Cancer survivors do not exercise any more than the general population, even though exercise could help lower the risk of disease recurrence or death for many survivors.
Who might be interested: Caregivers/Family/Friends, Nurse, Social Worker, Physician, Survior Post-Treatment
Information Can Reduce Fear
Many cancer patients overestimate the threat posed by their disease, in part because the benefits and risks of various treatments are so complex and difficult for doctors to communicate.
Who might be interested: Caregivers/Family/Friends, Physician, Nurse, Social Worker, Survivor In-Treatment
