Cancer patients and their caregivers can now connect online, through CancerConnect, an online social media platform that provides women with breast cancer the opportunity to meet others in their situation and exchange information and support. Recently, CancerConnect reached a milestone, with 10,000 cancer patients actively participating in the community. We appreciate each participant, and we thank all who have contributed their experiences and have offered support to others through CancerConnect. This site is for all of you who have been touched by cancer and seek information, empowerment, and support through this journey.
Local CancerConnect communities affiliated with major cancer centers are launching around the U.S. at this time. If you would like to join one in your area, or are already a member of CancerConnect but would like to meet individuals closer to home, you can access the following communities. Join your local community!
If you live in the Pacific Northwest, connect through the Seattle Cancer Care Alliance
If you live in the Chicago area, connect through the Loyola University Heath System
If you live in the South East, connect through Vanderbilt University
If you live in the North East, connect through Roswell Park Cancer Institute.
If you live in the Chicago area, connect through the Loyola University Heath System
If you live in the South East, connect through Vanderbilt University
If you live in the North East, connect through Roswell Park Cancer Institute.
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Living with Metastatic Breast Cancer: Reach out to others
In Active Treatment Now
Recurrence after Herceptin for Early Stage HER2+ breast cancer: Join the Conversation
Need assistance with air travel to treatment in other states: Check out these resources
Strategies for couples coping with cancer: Share your experience
Eat, Drink and Be Wary? Weigh in on nutrition and cancer
Radiation therapy and skin damange
Meditation: Has it helped you?
Life after treatment: How have you coped?
Living with Metastatic Breast Cancer: Reach out to others
In Active Treatment Now
Recurrence after Herceptin for Early Stage HER2+ breast cancer: Join the Conversation
Need assistance with air travel to treatment in other states: Check out these resources
Strategies for couples coping with cancer: Share your experience
Eat, Drink and Be Wary? Weigh in on nutrition and cancer
Radiation therapy and skin damange
Meditation: Has it helped you?
Life after treatment: How have you coped?
Diesel Exhaust Linked with Lung Cancer Deaths
According to a large study conducted among non-metal miners in the United States, diesel exhaust increases the risk of death from lung cancer. read more
According to a large study conducted among non-metal miners in the United States, diesel exhaust increases the risk of death from lung cancer. read more
Study Suggests B Vitamin and Omega-3 Fatty Acid Supplements Don’t Reduce Cancer Risk
Among people with a history of cardiovascular disease, taking dietary supplements of B vitamins and/or omega-3 fatty acids does not appear to reduce the risk of cancer. read more
Among people with a history of cardiovascular disease, taking dietary supplements of B vitamins and/or omega-3 fatty acids does not appear to reduce the risk of cancer. read more
Juvenile Arthritis Linked with Higher Cancer Risk
Children with juvenile idiopathic arthritis (JIA) have a higher risk of cancer than children without JIA. read more
Children with juvenile idiopathic arthritis (JIA) have a higher risk of cancer than children without JIA. read more
American Academy of Pediatrics Recommends HPV Vaccine for Boys
The American Academy of Pediatrics now recommends that boys be vaccinated against human papillomavirus (HPV).read more
The American Academy of Pediatrics now recommends that boys be vaccinated against human papillomavirus (HPV).read more
Demystifying DCIS Breast Cancer
Test seeks to predict prognosis and guide treatment decisions. read more
Test seeks to predict prognosis and guide treatment decisions. read more
Estrogen Alone May Reduce Breast Cancer Risk
Postmenopausal women who take hormone therapy consisting of estrogen alone may have a reduced risk of developing or dying from breast cancer. read more
Postmenopausal women who take hormone therapy consisting of estrogen alone may have a reduced risk of developing or dying from breast cancer. read more
Tamoxifen Benefits Subset of Women with DCIS
Among women who have estrogen receptor-positive ductal carcinoma in situ (DCIS) of the breast, adjuvant (post-surgery) treatment with tamoxifen may reduce the risk of subsequent breast cancer. read more
Among women who have estrogen receptor-positive ductal carcinoma in situ (DCIS) of the breast, adjuvant (post-surgery) treatment with tamoxifen may reduce the risk of subsequent breast cancer. read more
Older Chemotherapy Regimen for Breast Cancer Linked with Persistent “Chemo Brain”
Women who received CMF chemotherapy for breast cancer between 1976 and 1995 scored slightly lower than women with no history of cancer on tests of word learning, memory, and information processing. read more
Women who received CMF chemotherapy for breast cancer between 1976 and 1995 scored slightly lower than women with no history of cancer on tests of word learning, memory, and information processing. read more
Lynch Syndrome Also Linked with Breast and Pancreatic Cancer
A study of families with Lynch Syndrome has expanded the list of cancers related to the condition: carriers of a Lynch Syndrome gene mutation also appear to have an increased risk of breast cancer and... read more
A study of families with Lynch Syndrome has expanded the list of cancers related to the condition: carriers of a Lynch Syndrome gene mutation also appear to have an increased risk of breast cancer and... read more
Join us for a Web Chat with the Expert, Dr. David Hyams from Desert Surgical Oncology. Dr. Hyams will be providing a brief presentation on the treatment of ductal carcinoma in situ and on recent advances that can help define recurrence risk and guide treatment decision making. Following his presentation he will be answering patient questions. Click here to submit a question or register for the web chat.
The Not-so-Obvious Signs of Lung Cancer
Lung cancer remains the leading cause of death in the United States and worldwide. One significant reason why lung cancer is so deadly is that it is often diagnosed once it has advanced. Lung cancer can... read more
Lung cancer remains the leading cause of death in the United States and worldwide. One significant reason why lung cancer is so deadly is that it is often diagnosed once it has advanced. Lung cancer can... read more
Ask the doctor Breast Cancer Screening and Early Detection
By Connie Lehman, MD Director of Breast Imaging Medical Director of Radiology Seattle Cancer Care Alliance 10 Tips for Breast Cancer Screening and Early Detection 1. Get screened regularly. Early detection... read more
By Connie Lehman, MD Director of Breast Imaging Medical Director of Radiology Seattle Cancer Care Alliance 10 Tips for Breast Cancer Screening and Early Detection 1. Get screened regularly. Early detection... read more
Set the Date… for Cancer Screenings
Screening guidelines should initiate conversations with your healthcare team. By Juliana Hansen, MD The goal of cancer screening is to find disease at early stages in people who are otherwise asymptomatic—before... read more
Screening guidelines should initiate conversations with your healthcare team. By Juliana Hansen, MD The goal of cancer screening is to find disease at early stages in people who are otherwise asymptomatic—before... read more
What is Genomics?
You’ve probably heard of genetic testing for cancer susceptibility, but the more recent and broader field of genomics is also having a wide-reaching impact on patient care. read more
You’ve probably heard of genetic testing for cancer susceptibility, but the more recent and broader field of genomics is also having a wide-reaching impact on patient care. read more
What Are the Warning Signs of Pancreatic Cancer?
Pancreatic cancer is considered a “silent” disease because it does not always cause early symptoms and is often detected once it has spread beyond the pancreas. read more
Pancreatic cancer is considered a “silent” disease because it does not always cause early symptoms and is often detected once it has spread beyond the pancreas. read more
Make an Annual Commitment to Your Health
Make sure your women’s health annual visit includes all the essential components. read more
Make sure your women’s health annual visit includes all the essential components. read more
Nowhere Hair
A new book for children and families provides a valuable tool for talking about cancer—and it’s a good read. read more
A new book for children and families provides a valuable tool for talking about cancer—and it’s a good read. read more
5 Tips to Help You Find Serenity
Stressed out? Feeling stretched with too much to do? Want to just escape from your life for a bit to a faraway island for some peace and serenity? read more
Stressed out? Feeling stretched with too much to do? Want to just escape from your life for a bit to a faraway island for some peace and serenity? read more
You’ve Been Diagnosed with Cancer. Now What?
Research your diagnosis and available treatment options to ensure that you get the best possible care. read more
Research your diagnosis and available treatment options to ensure that you get the best possible care. read more
Swimming Spirit
Women who return to the pool as adults reflect on the emotional and physical benefits of the sport. read more
Women who return to the pool as adults reflect on the emotional and physical benefits of the sport. read more
Spring Issue: Fran Drescher graces our spring cover and offers her inspiring story of survivorship and advocacy. In addition, this issues includes a special section devoted to lung cancer treatment and survivorship, along with articles covering advanced breast cancer, DCIS, bone health, complementary therapies and many more. |  | |
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