A Letter From CR's Editor A Fond Farewell
By Gwen Darien CR's editor-in-chief says goodbye. Cancer Update — Subscription Required A Pound of Good
By Ibby Caputo A new study finds weight training can benefit women with lymphedema. Cancer Update — Subscription Required Calling It Quits
By Jocelyn Selim Telephone counseling can help teens quit smoking. Cancer Update — Subscription Required Living Longer
By Regina Nuzzo Thanks to medical advances, young leukemia and lymphoma patients today have a better survival than ever before. Mind & Body — Subscription Required An Emotional Toll
By Mitzi Baker Two new studies illustrate the interplay between cancer and personal relationships. Perspectives — Subscription Required The Adventure Continues
By Ibby Caputo A young cancer survivor learns to navigate a new chapter in her life after cancer treatment. Profile The Measure of a Life
By Jenny Song For financial expert Subha Barry, a cancer diagnosis changed the focus of her ambition and her definition of success. Challenges The Road After Approval
By Ingfei Chen Learning about side effects of cancer drugs is an evolving science, which includes weighing drugs’ risks and benefits, and monitoring for adverse reactions. Yesterday & Today A Wounded Hero
By Kevin Begos Baseball legend Mickey Mantle died of liver cancer in 1995 at age 62. Today, a better understanding of the biology of the disease is leading to the development of new drugs that might significantly extend life. Answers — Subscription Required Turning Cells On to Reading
By Stephen Ornes As researchers learn more about the role epigenetics plays in cell behavior, they hope to discover new ways to treat, diagnose and screen for cancer. Caregivers Stepping Up
By Jenny Song Family members caring for a loved one with cancer are often required to take on dual roles: being a caregiver and serving as a patient advocate. Profile The Scientist and the Yew Tree
By Kyla Dunn Molecular pharmacologist Susan Band Horwitz realized there was something special about a small molecule found in a tree’s bark. Her work helped bring the drug Taxol to millions of cancer patients. Life With Cancer — Subscription Required Tough Transitions
By Damaris Christensen Patients often feel abandoned by their doctors after treatment ends. Life With Cancer Cancerblog
By Alanna Kennedy A young breast cancer survivor reflects on how her diagnosis changed her life. Self-Portrait — Subscription Required Pen & Ink Watercolor 2009
By Robert Rizzuto A cancer survivor finds inspiration to paint. Additional Information Resources We've provided resources for you to find more information about the stories in this issue. |