How to Make Sense of Imaging Tests

What’s the difference? Deciphering the alphabet soup of imaging tests Imaging tests are critical in a patient’s cancer journey, from the initial diagnosis down to the progress of treatment, patients may go through a variety of tests, but what do they all mean? Just as each patient’s cancer is unique, not all imaging tests are […]

Why is participation in clinical trials so low?

Clinical trials are critical to the advancements we’ve seen in the treatment of cancer thus far, yet more needs to be done. Despite their importance, fewer than five percent of cancer patients are enrolled in clinical trials. Learn about the common reasons patients may not participate in clinical trials and why some trials may not […]

Does Pre-cancer Mean I’m Going to Get Cancer?

No one wants to hear the words pre-cancer, but if you do, there’s no need to panic. As the experts at Cancer Treatment Centers of America explain, it doesn’t mean you will get cancer. Unchecked pre-cancer may mean a patient’s condition could become cancerous, but it’s not an absolute. Read more about what pre-cancer means […]

Far Less Aggressive Approaches are Gaining Ground for Some Cancers

In the past, cancer treatment meant destroying the cancer, but also potentially negatively affecting other parts of the patient’s health. Thankfully, with advances in modern medicine, treating cancer today means far less aggressive options for some cancers. Options now include precision-focused treatments, like targeted therapies or immunotherapy drugs. “We are learning that we can be […]

Building Muscle Matters

“The goal is to alter the prognosis. Additional studies are needed to determine if increasing muscle mass in patients could improve outcomes,” according to Cynthia Lynch, MD – Medical Director of the Breast Cancer Center and Medical Oncologist at Cancer Treatment Centers of America, Phoenix. Oncologists stress the importance of a healthy diet and exercise for […]

Tumor Growth: Sometimes it’s a Good Thing

In the past, tumor growth for patients on immunotherapy meant treatment should be stopped. But research now shows it may not mean a patient’s cancer has worsened. As Ashish Sangal, MD, Medical Director of the Lung Cancer Center and Medical Oncologist at Cancer Treatment Centers of America, Phoenix explains, “Immunotherapy drugs cause the tumor to […]

Lemon Ginger Popsicles

Beat the heat with this popsicle recipe from our registered dietitian, Megan Sewards! This recipe is also a good way to combat any nausea experienced during treatment. Check it out below! INGREDIENTS: 3 1/2 cups water (can use an electrolyte enhanced water) 1-inch piece of ginger, peeled and chopped 2/3 cup honey 5 tablespoons lemon […]

What’s the Difference? Cutting through the Cancer Confusion

By Cancer Treatment Centers of America® Learning the language of cancer can be challenging. For many patients and caregivers, it’s a jumbled mix of immuno-this and onco-that. Many patients stumble over sound-alike terms and indecipherable phrases, unpronounceable words made worse by assumptions and conclusions often made in frustration or for fear of asking too many […]

Who Should Care for Cancer Patients after Treatment, PCPs or Oncologists?

By Cancer Treatment Centers of America® Understandably, cancer patients often form a long-lasting bond with their medical oncologist – the one who cared for them during treatment. So where do you turn when treatment is over? Especially if you’re reluctant to leave your oncologist? READ MORE HERE about this critical transition so that you can […]

Inviting Your Mind To Work With You

“The truth is that the mind is an excellent servant, but a terrible master.” – Anderson, Gillian and Jennifer Nadel, authors of We: A Manifesto for Women Everywhere. Our minds are powerful tools in helping us solve problems, develop intuition and awareness of our environment, figure out what foods our bodies are needing or not […]