Survivorship News

Advances in genetic testing have created unprecedented opportunities for cancer survivors and their relatives to learn about individual or familial cancer risks.

Survivors of cancer may face long-term sexual side effects, not only in terms of physical function but also in confidence, body image and the ability to connect emotionally with a partner.

Results from the American Association for Cancer Research’s annual Cancer Progress Report revealed that the age-adjusted overall cancer death rate in the U.S. fell by 33% between 1991 and 2020.

When David Spiegel, MD, led a session on fear of recurrence at the Cancer Center Survivorship Research Forum, he mentioned a Charlie Brown cartoon panel he’d recently seen.

A breakout session at the Cancer Center Survivorship Research Forum focused on the value of cancer rehabilitation for both patients and oncologists.

Up to 25% of cancer survivors are affected by persistent symptoms of cognitive dysfunction.

Primary care providers play a key role in cancer survivorship, according to a presenter at the Cancer Center Survivorship Research Forum.

More than 80% of older women who survived colorectal cancer experienced a range of gastrointestinal symptoms that sometimes persisted for decades, according to data published in PLOS One.

Crystal S. Denlinger, MD, FACP, has been named the new CEO of National Comprehensive Cancer Network.

Alcohol consumption and potentially hazardous drinking behavior appeared common among cancer survivors and those undergoing cancer treatment, according to study results published in JAMA Network Open.