Cancer survivors who commit to healthy habits—like regular exercise, eating well, and quitting smoking—can dramatically increase their lifespan, according to new research.
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NCCS to Recognize Susan Leigh, BSN and Desirée Walker with 2025 Stovall Award
The National Coalition for Cancer Survivorship (NCCS) is proud to announce Susan Leigh, BSN, RN-retired, as a recipient of the 2025 Ellen L. Stovall Award for Innovation in Patient-Centered Cancer Care.
On Accelerated Aging—A Phenomenon in Survivors of Childhood Cancer
Accelerated aging is defined as a phenomenon where the biological (physiological) age exceeds chronological age. Clinically, accelerated aging phenotypes in cancer survivors include the premature development of subsequent neoplasms, frailty, chronic organ dysfunction, and cognitive impairment, all of which can impact long-term health and lifespan in survivors of cancer.
Erin Cummings featured on Cancer Interviews
Cancer Interviews features Hodgkin’s International, Erin Cummings.
Beyond the Cancer Diagnosis: Dialogue with Betty Roggenkamp
Here is a great interview hosted by Adrian Pogacian, speaking with Betty Roggenkamp, in “Beyond the Cancer Diagnosis.” Betty is well known for her work in promoting quality cancer care as well as a leading expert in the area of AYA cancer survivors. Adrian is a clinical psychologist who specializes in the psychological impact of a cancer diagnosis, which is now a subspecialty known as “Pscyho-Oncology.” The interview highlights some of the psychological challenges that survivors face – and not just AYA’s! There are some great tips here and several helpful links to other organizations.
Menopausal cancer survivors offered HRT under new guidance
Great news for cancer survivors experiencing menopausal symptoms: recent updates in medical guidelines now consider hormone replacement therapy (HRT) as a potential treatment option.
A Grim Prognosis, a Gamble, and a Patient’s Fight to Defy Cancer
Here is a powerful, well-told story about the importance of getting a second opinion. Katie Doble’s harrowing tale of her fight to survive a Stage IV diagnosis is more than inspiring – it’s a life lesson in doing your homework, and, above all, never giving up.
Make Hospital Food Healthy
How ironic is it that the place we go to be cared for, to be healed, is so often feeding us with food that could lead to serious health problems? The following article is a call to action for hospital administrators, but you don’t have to wear that hat to voice your concerns. You can be a “foodie” advocate in your own medical community! Write your hospital administrators and share the patient’s perspective. Find someone there who could make a difference and use your voice to change things. It could be a small step in solving a problem that affects so many.
American Cancer Society’s 2025 Annual Report
Here are the results of ACS’s yearly study looking at cancer statistics in the US. There are some fascinating findings in the report – some positive trends and others that are alarming.
Attributable Risk and Consequences of Bone Mineral Density Deficits in Childhood Cancer Survivors
Here are the results of a fascinating study on the risk of bone density loss in adult survivors of childhood cancer. This research looked at more than 3900 survivors from the St. Jude Lifetime cohort. Not surprisingly, the study showed that a significant portion of these survivors had significant bone loss decades after their treatment ended. Increased doses of radiation led to increased risks, though the researchers found that other comorbid conditions like sedentary behavior and smoking were factors that led to loss of bone density.