Navigating the world of cancer diagnosis, treatment, and survivorship can be overwhelming, especially for individuals who may not be familiar with the specialized language and terminology used in oncology. Health literacy, or the ability to understand and use health information to make informed decisions about one’s health, plays a crucial role in empowering patients and...

Cancer affects millions of people worldwide, not just physically, but emotionally and psychologically as well. The journey through cancer diagnosis, treatment, and recovery can be an incredibly challenging one, often accompanied by feelings of fear, uncertainty, and isolation. During this difficult time, social support is immensely important. Social support, provided by family, friends, and healthcare...

Once you have a cancer diagnosis, you have to make many decisions about your medical treatment. Cancer treatment decisions are personal, and you should feel comfortable about the choices you make. It is expected that most patients and their families don’t know where to start and how to start. At My Cancer Journey, we have...

Making the most informed treatment decisions is vital for new patients and their families. Shared decision-making allows patients to have a say in their treatment methods while also allowing healthcare professionals to provide the best individualized treatment possible. Because nobody knows a patient better than themselves, allowing patients a voice in their care can change...

On November 17th, specialists from the Netherlands, the United Kingdom, and Michigan discussed their methods for achieving very high levels of active monitoring during a webinar hosted by the Active Surveillance Coalition.   Although active surveillance has been shown to prevent prostate cancer overtreatment, most nations still neglect it. According to American models, cost-effective prostate...

African American patients are more comfortable working with providers of the same race. Still, only about 3% of US oncologists are Black, reducing participation during medical visits. Providers believed African American care could be improved by increasing cultural sensitivity through education and training initiatives and increasing staff diversity. A recent study indicated a need to...

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