Lobular carcinoma survivor: Why I joined a clinical trial at MD Anderson
I live on the southernmost tip of Texas in the Rio Grande Valley. Thatâs about 300 miles from MD Anderson. But when I was diagnosed with stage III invasive lobular carcinoma in July 2024, I didnât hesitate. I reached out to them right away for a second opinion. Â
One reason was that I didnât have a lot of faith in my original care team. Theyâd been telling me for more than a year by then that the âshadowâ a routine mammogram...
The truth behind the âhealthy smokerâ myth
Thereâs no such thing as a âhealthy smokerâ â especially when it comes to cancer prevention.Â
While exercise can help you lower...
How can you support someone whoâs facing cancer?
Supporting a friend, colleague or loved one who has cancer is a delicate balancing act.
You want to help them in ways theyâll find...
Top 4 MD Anderson abstracts at ASTRO 2025
At this yearâs American Society for Radiation Oncology (ASTRO) Annual Meeting, MD Anderson experts will showcase their pacesetting research and latest advances in radiation oncology, including techniques to alleviate pain in patients with spinal metastases and less-invasive treatment options to improve quality of life for some lung cancer patients.
I am most excited to see the latest innovations in radiation oncology, particularly...
Prostate cancer survivor, sarcoma caregiver: 3 things that astonished me about MD Anderson
When I was diagnosed with stage I prostate cancer last year, I sought a second opinion at MD Anderson almost immediately. Why? Because my...
4 things I learned from my radiation oncology training at MD Anderson
As a radiation oncologist and physician-scientist, I spend my days caring for patients and running a lab dedicated to understanding the biology...
Hyperlipidemia: 8 things to know about high cholesterol and cancer
Hyperlipidemia is the scientific term for âhigh cholesterol,â or when the amount of fat circulating in your bloodstream is high. It is one...
Mucosal melanoma survivor: 4 reasons I joined a clinical trial at MD Anderson
When I was diagnosed with stage III mucosal melanoma in May 2024, so many questions filled my mind. Who should I see? What should I do? And...
IV vitamin therapy: Is it safe to use during chemo?
Sometimes, patients ask me about IV vitamin therapy after reading testimonials online from people who claim it has helped them feel better...
When to worry about blood in your stool (rectal bleeding)
Poop may be the favorite topic of preschoolers, but very few adults feel comfortable discussing it. And, if a problem develops in that area...
Stage IV breast cancer survivor: Why I celebrated my 100th round of chemotherapy
When I was diagnosed with stage IV triple-negative breast cancer in 2019, my new goal became to live fast. I didnât think I had much time...
How to determine calorie burn
Understanding how many calories you typically burn can help you control your weight, prevent obesity and lower your cancer risk....
Leukemia specialists: How advances in measurable residual disease (MRD) are improving cancer care
Measurable residual disease (MRD) is a monitoring tool that physicians use to assess the remission status of patients with leukemias, lymphomas...
Is your gel manicure safe?
Gel and shellac manicures and pedicures require salon-goers to dry their nails under lamps that emit ultraviolet (UV) radiation. These lamps...
A personal calling guides postdoctoral fellow to research tumor evolution in breast cancer
For postdoctoral fellow Rachel Dittmar, Ph.D., cancer research is more than just business. Itâs personal.
Having lost her grandmother...
What are multi-cancer early detection (MCED) tests, and should you get one?
Multi-cancer early detection (MCED) tests offer the potential to detect a range of cancers through a simple blood test.Â
MCED...
The pill and cancer: Is there a link?
There are multiple factors to consider when choosing a birth control: your reasons for seeking birth control, your medical history, whether...
Stage III cervical cancer survivor: Why I no longer skip my well-woman exams
When I was diagnosed with stage III cervical cancer this past spring, it came as a shock. I hadnât been feeling well for several months, but...
Is allulose a healthy sugar substitute?
If youâve been looking to cut back on added sugar, you may have heard of a sugar substitute called allulose.
Allulose has been promoted...
What is erythroplakia?âŻSymptoms, causes and treatmentâŻ
Erythroplakia is the scientific term for abnormal red patches that can form inside the mouth. Though not usually cancerous themselves, they...
A familyâs Boot Walk tradition honors their loved oneâs legacy
Every year, the Perley family puts on their boots to walk in MD Andersonâs Boot Walk to End CancerÂź in honor of Eileen Campbell, their beloved...
What can dipping and chewing tobacco do to your body? 5 things to know
The use of tobacco, whether by smoking or through smokeless tobacco products, is one of the most common causes of head and neck cancer. ...
Alcohol and breast cancer risk: What to know
Many factors can raise your risk of breast cancer. Some, like family history, are outside of our control, while others are more...
Hepatitis C and liver cancer: What to know
Being aware of some cancer risk factors can help you make decisions that reduce those risks. Unfortunately, not all cancer risk factors are...
Breast cancer diagnosis and treatment give employee new perspective
Crystal Futrell-Pratts has worked at MD Anderson for 23 years. While she's always felt connected to its mission, she never imagined she would...
Can UV light really be used as a cancer treatment?
Normally, you probably hear health care professionals talk about ultraviolet (UV) light regarding sun safety. Â
Thatâs because...