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Therapy Can Improve Mental Health and Quality of Life for People with Cancer

Published on: December 2, 2024

Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) can help people with cancer manage their mental well-being. Learn more about how CBT can improve mental health.

Anxiety and Distress Cancer Updates Coping Depression
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Asthma or COPD: How Symptoms Could Mask Signs of Lung Cancer

Published on: November 21, 2024

Symptoms of asthma and COPD can delay a lung cancer diagnosis. Learn more about symptom monitoring, lung cancer screening, and what to ask your doctor.

Cancer Updates Diagnosis Lung Cancer
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Quitting Smoking in Your 60s? Research Shows It's Worth It

Published on: November 19, 2024

When people ages 65 and over quit smoking, they can increase their life expectancy, a new study shows. Find out more about how to quit tobacco successfully.

Cancer Updates Lung Cancer Prevention Smoking Tobacco

Lung Cancer & Flu Season: 6 Key Insights from an Expert

Published on: November 12, 2024

Getting colds or the flu is more likely during fall and winter. Dr. Charu Aggarwal offers advice to help people with lung cancer avoid colds and the flu.

Cancer Updates Lung Cancer Vaccinations
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Smoking and Vaping Together Increases Lung Cancer Risk More Than Smoking Alone

Published on: November 7, 2024

Find out how smoking both traditional cigarettes and e-cigarettes affects lung cancer risk. Get tips to help you quit using all forms of tobacco.

Cancer Updates Carcinogens E-Cigarettes Lung Cancer Risk Factors Smoking Tobacco
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How to Cope When Your Spouse or Partner Has Cancer

Published on: November 5, 2024

Get emotional and practical advice on coping when your spouse or partner has cancer. Learn about ways to manage stress and support the person you love.

Cancer Updates Caregiving
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Young People with Cancer Are at High Risk of Financial Hardship

Published on: October 30, 2024

Learn how cancer-related financial distress impacts young adults. Find out what resources are available to help pay for treatment.

Cancer in Young Adults Cancer Updates Finances
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Can Getting a Biopsy Make Cancer Spread?

Published on: October 28, 2024

Get the facts about biopsies and cancer spread. Learn about the low risk of tumor seeding and the crucial role of biopsies in cancer diagnosis.

Cancer Updates Diagnosis

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