Survivorship standards help address the distinct needs of adult cancer survivors

Lisa Montez and Stephen Whisnant appointed to NCCS board of directors

Lisa MontezStephen WhisnantLisa Montez and Stephen Whisnant were appointed to the National Coalition for Cancer Survivorship board of directors. Montez and Whisnant are cancer survivors who bring exceptional experience in philanthropy, nonprofit leadership, and a deep commitment to improving the lives of others.

April 25, 2025

Vol.51 No.16

Advancing pediatric oncology and survivorship: A research vision at City of Hope

In the evolving landscape of pediatric oncology, survivorship research has become an essential component of our mission to improve long-term patient outcomes. At City of Hope, we are focused on not only curing childhood cancers but also ensuring that survivors live the healthiest lives possible. A significant part of my research has been dedicated to mitigating the long-term toxicities of cancer therapy—particularly cardiovascular complications that can arise decades after treatment.

February 28, 2025

Vol.51 No.08

By Saro Armenian

Clinical Trials & Tribulations

Chadi Nabhan: Why I wrote a book about cancer

Almost all of us who have practiced oncology for years have encountered situations where we have had to counsel caregivers and guide them throughout their loved ones’ journeys. We have faced patients who took complementary therapies to an extreme; some to a point where they wouldn’t share what they were taking for fear that we might demand they stop.

An elephant in the room: Grief in young adults with cancer

Young adults with cancer are starting to break the silence about grief. Most people think of grief following the death of a loved one, but grief can accompany any event that disrupts or challenges our sense of normalcy or ourselves. During this first week of December, National Grief Awareness Week, we can raise awareness about grief in young adults with cancer to help ensure that no one grieves alone. xxx:more

December 06, 2024

Vol.50 No.45

By Casey Walsh

Clinical Roundup

Only half of young patients with cancer report a discussion on fertility preservation

Only half of people with early-onset cancers reported discussing fertility preservation options prior to their oncology treatments, according to results of a cross-sectional study published in JAMA Network Open.

November 15, 2024

Vol.50 No.43