Summary Breast cancer spreads when cancer cells travel through the lymphatic system or bloodstream to distant organs like the lungs and bones. This process, called breast cancer metastasis, occurs because these areas have rich blood supply and supportive tissue. Lung involvement may cause shortness of breath and cough, while bone
Quick Summary Oncologists create personalized treatment plans by evaluating cancer type, tumor behavior, overall health, and patient needs. Using personalized medicine, they select from targeted therapy, supportive care, and other treatment options to design care that balances effectiveness with quality of life. Treatment plans are tailored to specific cancer types
Quick Read Summary Multidisciplinary liver cancer care combines surgeons, oncologists, radiologists, and nurses to plan and monitor treatment. Teamwork improves survival, reduces delays, and ensures personalized care. Treatment often combines surgery, ablation, embolization, radiation, liver transplant, and supportive care. Early-stage tumors may need single therapy, while advanced HCC usually requires
Quick Summary Cancer treatment can aim for a cure, control, or symptom relief, depending on the stage and type of cancer. Curative treatments focus on eliminating the cancer, control-oriented treatments manage disease progression, and palliative care prioritizes comfort and quality of life. Curative Treatment: Aims to completely eliminate the cancer,
Quick Summery A recent study published in 2025 finds that cancer patients who quit smoking within six months of their diagnosis gain nearly one additional year of life. This finding challenges the misconception that quitting after cancer diagnosis is ineffective. The survival benefit applies to all cancer types and stages,
Quick Read Summary Living with stage 4 colorectal cancer can be overwhelming, but with advanced treatments such as chemotherapy, radiation, targeted therapy, and immunotherapy, patients can live longer and manage symptoms more effectively. Personalizing treatment plans and managing side effects like pain, nutrition, and mental health can greatly enhance the
Quick Summery Cancer treatment can drastically alter a patient’s relationship with food. With side effects like loss of appetite, altered taste, and nausea, eating becomes a struggle. Programs like the Garden of Hope are helping patients rediscover the joy of eating, providing both physical and emotional healing. Food can become
Quick Read Summary Choosing the right oncologist is one of the most crucial decisions in your cancer treatment journey. A specialist who understands your cancer type and treatment options can greatly influence your treatment success. Whether you need a medical, surgical, or radiation oncologist, finding a doctor who you trust
Quick Read Summary Building trust between oncologists and patients is essential for effective cancer care. Trust encourages clear communication, accurate reporting of symptoms, adherence to treatment plans, and active patient participation. Both doctors and patients play roles in strengthening this relationship through empathy, honesty, and engagement. A strong patient-oncologist relationship
Quick Read Summary A new FDA-approved treatment combination of lurbinectedin and atezolizumab brings new hope to patients with extensive-stage small cell lung cancer (ES-SCLC). The combination, now a first-line maintenance therapy, provides a significant extension in survival and progression-free periods for patients whose disease has not progressed after initial therapy,
