Taking Care of Your Health

Exercising for Success Before Surgery

Following an exercise program before surgery can make your recovery more successful and reduce the risk of complications

Quitting Tobacco after a Cancer Diagnosis

Whether you are a long-term cancer survivor or newly diagnosed, quitting all tobacco products can improve your treatment outcome.

Diet Guidelines for Boosting Calories During Cancer Treatment

During cancer treatments, the body needs extra energy to heal. Calories provide our body energy.

Tips for Cancer Patients: How to Start Daily Walking Program

Beginning a daily walking program before cancer surgery is highly recommended and may improve your recovery after surgery.

Self-Care During Your Hospital Stay

Dealing with cancer can be overwhelming. Here are several suggestions to help you manage the symptoms and side effects that you may experience during...

Pump Up Your Calories and Protein: Milkshake Recipes for Home

Calories and protein are needed for strength and to help with recovery from surgery. Milkshakes can be a tasty way to get a lot of protein and...

Can Ovarian Cancer Cause Weight Gain?

Some women experience abdominal swelling and bloating after developing ovarian cancer. Find out if there is a connection between ovarian cancer and...

Who Is at High Risk for Ovarian Cancer?

All women are at risk of developing ovarian cancer, but some have personal or familial factors that further increase their risk.

Patient Shares Tips on Coping with a Long Hospital Stay

Megan Wing, a Ewings Sarcoma patient, shares tips on how to make the most of a long hospital stay during cancer treatment.

Can You Get Ovarian Cancer After Hysterectomy?

If a woman has a hysterectomy, is it still possible for her to develop ovarian cancer? The answer is not as straightforward as you might think.

Can Basal Cell Carcinoma Turn Into Melanoma?

Can basal cell carcinoma turn into melanoma? Find out and learn more about these separate and distinct types of skin cancer.

How Does Lung Cancer Develop?

Lung cancer is highly complex, not only to treat but also to understand. Learn more about how this malignancy develops and progresses.

How Often Should You Get a Colonoscopy?

A colonoscopy is a relatively simple – yet potentially life-saving – colon cancer screening test. Find out how often you should be tested.

Can an Ultrasound Detect Cancer?

Ultrasound testing is often used as the first step in the standard cancer diagnostic process. But, can this imaging test actually detect cancer?

Thanksgiving Day Is Also National Family Health History Day

While you enjoy time with family this Thanksgiving, take a moment to discuss family health history.