Summer 2006 

Editor Gwen Darien shares some of the loss and fear she's experienced since her cancer diagnosis, 13 years ago.

The arthritis drug Celebrex may have benefits and risks for cancer patients.

New studies suggest that statins have no effect on reducing colorectal cancer risk.

Smokers in certain minority populations may have a greater risk of developing lung cancer.

The international community has sent a strong message against tobacco use.

Evidence suggests a link between increased cancer rates and the world's worst nuclear accident.

Sometimes, you must make time for yourself.

A family doctor for 25 years, James Omel was sure he'd properly diagnosed his back pain.

Could stem cells in a tumor drive its growth? Some scientists think so.

Kevin Kersey, a survivor of a rare gastrointestinal cancer, shares an excerpt from his blog.

Four cancer survivors discuss why they joined clinical trials and what almost stopped them.

A cancer survivor and his wife face their fears when he revisits scenes from his treatment.

News anchors Edward R. Murrow and Peter Jennings both died of lung cancer. In the 40 years between their deaths, what's changed?

Proteins called growth factors contribute to cancer and to the development of therapies to treat it.

Barbara Boyd brought breast cancer discussions into Indiana's living rooms three decades ago-and people are still talking about it.

Researcher Waun Ki Hong has spent his career searching for ways to prevent cancer and improve patient care.

Researchers weigh recent results about diet and supplements from the Women's Health Initiative study.

Survivors can avoid work and insurance pitfalls by knowing how the system works.

Here are 10 steps for creating your own support group.

An artist shares his experience with cancer through photography.

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