Miami, FL

Interventions, such as speech therapy, after receiving radioactive iodine treatment for thyroid cancer may help manage quality of life. After receiving radioactive iodine treatment for thyroid cancer, it’s important for patients to utilize the resources that are available, such as fertility preservation and speech therapy, an expert told CURE®.

Managing Quality of Life After Iodine Treatment for Thyroid Cancer

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Michael Strahan’s daughter Isabella, 19, was diagnosed with an aggressive form of brain cancer. She’s undergone surgery, radiation therapy, and grueling chemotherapy for treatment before reaching remission.

Tears of Joy for ‘GMA’ Host’s Daughter Isabella Strahan, 19, Who Reached Remission After Brain Cancer– Her Journey Into Survivorship Has Just Begun

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A nurse was diagnosed with a brain tumor which made her think people were speaking a different language – and she blames it on taking HRT.

Lucy Woodhouse, 43, says she experienced severe headaches which felt like hangovers and struggled to read aloud.

But then in a meeting with colleagues she found herself unable to understand what they were saying, and tests revealed she had a golf ball-sized tumor.



She says she believes the meningioma tumor is linked to the Depo-Provera contraceptive injection, rounds of IVF she had and HRT medication – all of which contain the hormone progesterone.

She says she had the...

I felt hung over and thought everyone was speaking a different language: Turns out I had a brain tumor

I wish my doctor was more upfront — sharing both the realities and the glimmers of hope — the day I was diagnosed with brain cancer. Looking back, I wish at the time of my cancer diagnosis the doctors had said to me plainly:. “Mark, your biopsy shows...

What I Wish My Oncologist Said the Day of My Diagnosis

Kansas City, MO

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Disclaimer: This article was written with the help of A.I. software. Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes, known for his prowess on the football field, made a personal announcement during a press conference on Tuesday. The three-time Super Bowl champion revealed that he and his wife, Brittany Mahomes, are expecting their third child and that this will be their last.

Patrick Mahomes Reveals He's 'Done' Having Kids with Wife Brittany Mahomes After Baby No. 3

If you’re facing cancer, so much can seem out of your control. But with a few strategies, you can still have some power over how you feel — in mind, body and spirit — as you get through chemotherapy. A cancer expert shares tips. 1. Start a...

6 Tips to Get Through Chemotherapy

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(BPT) - Sponsored by Adaptimmune Therapeutics. Megan was 12 years old, an active student-athlete, and an enthusiastic member of her cheerleading squad when she first started experiencing what she described as a “weird zing” of pain in her right shoulder. Over the following years, she saw multiple doctors who attributed the sensation to adolescent growth, frozen shoulder or sports-related injuries. But the pain never went away.By her sophomore year in college, Megan’s debilitating pain was only getting worse — to the point where she could no longer sleep through the night — despite years of X-rays, physical therapy and prescription painkillers."I didn't feel like I was being listened to when I described the pain and symptoms," said Megan. "Doctors assumed a young, healthy woman with pain probably just had a bruise or something. Not cancer."It wasn’t until a physical therapist accompanied Megan to a doctor's appointment and insisted on an MRI that Megan got her answer: the true cause of her pain was a soft tissue tumor the size of a tennis ball in her shoulder. A biopsy confirmed it was synovial sarcoma.What is synovial sarcoma?Synovial sarcoma is a rare soft-tissue cancer that typically presents as a painful lump around the knee, hip, ankle or shoulder, most commonly affecting people under age 40.[1,2] But because the range of symptoms can mimic other conditions, synovial sarcoma is often misdiagnosed.Symptoms may include a painless lump underneath the skin, sudden sharp pains and an area of swelling.[3]Coping with her diagnosisEarly diagnosis of synovial sarcoma is crucial, as it can significantly improve treatment outcomes and survival rates. However, if the disease has metastasized (spread) by the time it is diagnosed, the five-year survival rate for patients is approximately 20%.[2,4]While Megan’s diagnosis was devastating, she felt fortunate that — despite the years-long diagnosis journey — her tumor had not metastasized. She began treatment immediately with Dr. John Charlson at the Medical College of Wisconsin, a specialized sarcoma medical center. It was a grueling regimen of chemotherapy, radiation and surgery, but Megan has now been in remission for five years.

There’s a rare and devastating cancer affecting young adults: One woman’s tips on how to cope with a difficult diagnosis

Melanoma is a type of skin cancer that can spread rapidly to other areas. However, there are also slow-growing types that may develop over many years. Melanoma is not as common as other types of skin cancer. However, unlike other skin cancers, melanoma has a high risk of spreading to other areas, which makes it the most dangerous type.

How fast does melanoma spread?

Birmingham, AL

As a registered dietitian and avid runner, Beth Kitchin has had a healthy routine all her life. She ate well, loved to jog, hike and lift weights, ran a couple of marathons, and practiced yoga and tai chi. Kitchin had “absolutely” no health problems — until she started feeling a nagging pain in one of her legs in the fall of 2020.

Woman shocked leg pain is blood cancer symptom, requires 'red devil' chemo

Caregiving presents various challenges, including daily care, patient advocation, and end-of-life decisions. Here’s what to expect and how to handle various situations. Caring for someone who has cancer can be emotionally and physically demanding, often requiring significant sacrifices. But the opportunity to provide comfort, support, and love at such a challenging time can also be deeply rewarding, fostering a sense of purpose and strengthening bonds.

What to Expect When Caring for Someone Living with Cancer

Corey Rhodes, 32, is keeping himself as active as possible while living with an advanced rare liver cancer. Now that his tumors have ‘stabilized,’ he is helping comfort others affected by the disease while rallying his community to assist with cancer research efforts. The type of liver cancer...

Heartburn and Shoulder Pain Led to 32-Year-Old’s Rare Liver Cancer Diagnosis: Tumor the Size of a ‘Deflated Basketball’

Chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL) is a type of cancer that affects the blood and bone marrow. It can progress slowly and may not cause many symptoms. Although it is treatable, it’s not considered to be curable. In the early stages, CLL often doesn't require treatment immediately, as studies have...

Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (CLL): When to Treat Cancer or Hold Off

R-ICE is a treatment for non-Hodgkin’s and Hodgkin’s lymphoma. It combines four chemotherapy drugs that kill cancer cells and is often used prior to a stem cell transplant. R-ICE is a chemotherapy protocol that combines a variety of drugs that aim to destroy cancer cells. It’s given in...

What Is the R-ICE Chemotherapy Protocol?

Hard palate cancer is a rare oral cancer that forms on the roof of your mouth. While the exact cause may be unclear, some of the most common risk factors include tobacco and alcohol use. This form of cancer often appears as a bump or sore in your mouth that...

What to Know About Hard Palate Cancer

Robin Quivers, who previously beat stage 3 endometrial cancer and experienced a relapse years later, is proudly showing off her bald head as she undergoes immunotherapy infusions periodically.

Always Laughing, ‘Howard Stern Show’ Co-Host Robin Quivers, 71, Exudes Confidence After Hair Loss & Ongoing Battle With Endometrial Cancer

After receiving cancer treatment and leaving the hospital, sometimes it feels like a safety net has been pulled away and loneliness sets in. I’m taking “pen to paper” to journal about something I am currently experiencing. This is slightly embarrassing to share, but I believe that some...

Experiencing Loneliness as a Cancer Survivor

Wilson’s publicist released the following statement to announce her hiatus from performing to recover, “Dear friends. I underwent an operation to remove something that, as it turns out, was cancerous. The operation was successful and I’m feeling great but my doctors are now advising me to undergo a course of preventive chemotherapy and I’ve decided to do it.

Heart Singer Ann Wilson, 74, Insists She Has ‘Much More To Sing’ As She Takes a Break From Performing To Undergo Cancer Treatment

Discover new hope for refractory follicular lymphoma with FDA-approved Brukinsa and Gazyva. This groundbreaking treatment offers improved outcomes for patients who have exhausted other options.

Coping with Refractory Follicular Lymphoma: New Treatment On The Horizon

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IRON Chef judge Simon Majumdar has revealed he’s battling a rare form of brain cancer. The Food Network star shared the scary diagnosis and his cancer treatment journey with fans in an X post on Tuesday. Simon, 60, wrote, “I have some personal news to share.” He continued, “This is a very hard thing for […]

Iron Chef star Simon Majumdar battling ‘rare form’ of brain cancer as he undergoes ‘grueling’ surgeries and treatment

Hamish Graham was diagnosed with leukemia at age 23 after experiencing what he thought were symptoms of a migraine. He wasn’t diagnosed with the blood cancer until he got a blood test after feeling incredibly fatigued during a walk with his mom and grandmother. Leukemia is different from other...

23-Year-Old Working at Movie Theatre Dismissed His Weight Loss & Dizziness As Migraines, Turned Out To Be Leukemia

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Combatting Difficulty Walking During Cancer Treatments

A physical therapist offers tips and exercises that can help patients with cancer who experiencing difficulty walking from either the disease or its treatments. Patients with...

Combatting Difficulty Walking During Cancer Treatments

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