Inflammatory breast cancer survivor names son after MD Anderson
When 27-year-old Savannah Curry from Missouri found a lump in her breast, cancer was the last thing on her mind. She had no family history of breast cancer and thought she was too young to be worried about cancer.
Soon after discovering the lump, Savannah learned she was pregnant with her second child. At an appointment with her OB/GYN, she mentioned the lump and was told to schedule a mammogram. The local clinic couldn’t get her...
What’s the difference between UVA and UVB rays?
If you’re interested in staying safe in the sun, you’ll hear a lot about ultraviolet radiation. That’s because UV rays are the part of sunlight...
Stage III colon cancer survivor grateful for MD Anderson’s expertise
There was a point during colorectal cancer treatment when Tommy Allen didn’t think he was going to live. He was in pain 24 hours a day, the...
What men need to know about HPV-related throat cancer (oropharyngeal cancer)
HPV spreads to the oropharynx through intimate kissing or oral sex.
The oropharynx, which includes the area in the back of the tongue and the tonsils, has an uneven surface with deep crevices that make it a good environment for the virus to lodge.
I like to compare the surface to "cauliflower." It has similarities to the surface of the cervix, a common site for HPV infection in...
Metaplastic breast cancer survivor grateful for immunotherapy combination clinical trial
Alejandra Cintora González is an active wife and mother who eats healthy and doesn’t smoke. So, when she was diagnosed with metaplastic breast...
Vibration plates: Are there health benefits?
Plenty of fitness devices get buzz online. But it’s not often that you come across a fitness device that is, well, actually buzzy.
...
3 pieces of advice from a 5-time oral cancer survivor
The first time I was diagnosed with oral cancer, I was only 26. The wart-like growth on my tongue was pretty small. A biopsy showed it was...
How much protein do I need? A dietitian answers
Protein is perhaps best known for its role in supporting your muscles, but there are many reasons you need it in your diet.
Dietary...
Exercise during cancer treatment: 5 things to know
For years, doctors have recommended exercise to reduce people’s risk of developing cancer and to help cancer survivors thrive after treatment...
How to get genetic testing for hereditary cancer risk
Between 5% and 10% of cancers are hereditary. This means that the cancer is caused by a change in your genes called a genetic mutation.
Stage IV melanoma survivor: An immunotherapy clinical trial saved my life
I’ve always had very fair skin and light-colored eyes. Over the years, I’ve had plenty of sun exposure, too — first as a geophysicist working...
John Tesh: ‘MD Anderson helped save my life’
John Tesh knows that picking up the telephone can change your life. One such moment? When, in the absence of a recorder, he called home from...
Is smelly urine ever a symptom of cancer?
If you’ve ever eaten asparagus, you know it can make your urine smell very unpleasant.
But does anything else cause urine...
Breast cancer survivor: Why I encourage people to support MD Anderson
I am a chemical engineer by trade and a very practical person by nature. I like to make a plan and then execute the plan. So, when I was diagnosed...
Kidney cancer caregiver: The Institute for Data Science in Oncology (IDSO) can help unlock advances to end cancer
One of the biggest challenges I face daily in my job at Meta is how to deal with problems at scale while also making the experience feel personalized...
Clean scan compels patient to give back to MD Anderson
One day after receiving the most devastating news of his life, Scott Ferguson picked up the phone and called MD Anderson.
It was April...
Food scanner apps: What to know
Choosing healthy foods and drinks can help you feel your best, maintain a healthy weight and even manage your cancer risk. This knowledge...
Triple-negative breast cancer survivor: MD Anderson inspired me to resume triathlons
Before I retired from teaching in May 2014, I was very active as a soccer and volleyball coach. I’d do push-up competitions alongside my junior...
8 ways to say, ‘Don’t smoke around me’
Trying to take better control of your health? Steer clear of secondhand smoke.
Here’s the surprising reason: The amount of many...
Anal cancer vs. hemorrhoids: How to know the difference
You may feel a bit uncomfortable talking about issues with your bottom, but you shouldn’t. It’s important to see a doctor if you’re experiencing...
What to know about saffron
Saffron is an herb from the saffron crocus flower. It gives dishes from rice to stew a burst of flavor and a pop of color. Saffron is also...
Stage IV non-Hodgkin lymphoma survivor: Why I’m excited about MD Anderson coming to Austin
I grew up in Beaumont, about 85 miles northeast of Houston. Everyone there knows that MD Anderson is the best place to go for ...
Treatment nurse navigator supports patients through cancer care
A cancer diagnosis can be incredibly scary and overwhelming for patients and their families. There are new terms to learn, side effects to...