Second opinion, rare interventional radiology procedure save stage IV pancreatic cancer patient
When retired geologist and author David Allard was diagnosed with stage IV pancreatic cancer in August 2020, his local doctor told him he had less than six months to live.???
¡°I was only 62 at the time,¡± David recalls. ¡°I hadn¡¯t had any symptoms. And I¡¯d always been very fit and active. So, I couldn¡¯t accept that prognosis.¡±??
The Texas Hill Country resident sought a second opinion at MD Anderson. Gastroenterologist...
Teen¡¯s ¡®powered by people¡¯ presentation highlights mother¡¯s experience at MD Anderson
Ivan Espinoza has aspired to be a physical therapist since middle school, when he created his own bodybuilding program to better manage his...
Six nurses reflect on MD Anderson¡¯s sixth Magnet designation
It¡¯s official: MD Anderson has been re-designated a Magnet Recognized hospital by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC).? ...
5 little-known breast cancer facts
Breast cancer is one of the most common cancers in women. But there are still some things you might not know about it.??
We spoke with Therese Bevers, M.D., medical director of MD Anderson¡¯s Lyda Hill Cancer Prevention Center, about some little-known breast cancer facts. Here are five that might surprise you.?
1. Breast cancer doesn¡¯t always appear as a lump.Breast cancer in its earliest stages doesn¡¯t usually...
10 cancer symptoms women shouldn't ignore
If you¡¯re a relatively healthy young woman, cancer may not even be on your radar yet. But it should be, regardless of your age or family history...
Which blood tests show cancer?
PSA tests can detect elevated levels of prostate-specific antigen in the blood, which are sometimes a sign of prostate cancer. And complete...
Demystifying the well-woman: What to expect during this annual exam
If you¡¯ve never had a well-woman exam before, you might be wondering what to expect. Is it similar to an annual physical? Which parts of your...
Mother and son survivors share inspiration, passion for cancer prevention
William Lindley has been watching his mother, Faye Wright, deal with cancer for more than 25 years. He was only a teenager when she was diagnosed...
Medication disposal: How to get rid of unused or expired medicine
Cancer treatment?and its?side effects?can result in a lot of medications. But what should you do once you or a loved one no...
Should you get a central line for chemotherapy?
Many cancer patients will receive chemotherapy infusions as a part of their cancer treatment.
Sometimes, it can be delivered safely...