Can better breathing habits improve your health?
Breathing is not something most of us think about regularly. It’s just something we do, day in and day out, and it happens all the time without us really noticing.
But did you know that if you’re not breathing properly, you could be missing out on a key opportunity to improve your health — especially if you’re a cancer patient?
Keep reading to find out why optimal breathing is so important, how it benefits your mind and...
Which foods can reduce inflammation?
Inflammation is the body’s response to injury and infection. Without it, we would be defenseless against everything from bee stings and broken...
What is a multidrug resistant organism (MDRO)?
Multidrug-resistant organisms, or MDROs, are bacteria that are resistant to at least three families of antibiotics. This means the antibiotics...
Eating well when you don't feel well
When you don’t feel well, eating may feel like less of a ‘woohoo!’ and more of a to-do. This is especially true when you don't have an appetite or are dealing with cancer treatment side effects.
So, is it still important to eat, even when you don’t really feel like it? We asked three MD Anderson senior clinical dietitians: Timothy Coleman, who works with patients with head and neck cancer; Beverly Rodgers, who works with patients...
Red wine and your health: Facts and myths
Research has shown that drinking even a small amount of alcohol — as little as one glass of wine per day — can increase cancer risk.
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'How I knew I had ovarian cancer’: Survivors and caregiver discuss symptoms
Bloating, diarrhea and abdominal pain are three of the most common symptoms of ovarian cancer. They’re also some of the easiest to overlook...
Journal launch enables oncology education and quality improvement
How do you make your work more efficient without reinventing the wheel?
That’s what radiation oncologist Shalin Shah, M.D., was...
‘How I knew I had colorectal cancer’: Six survivors share their symptoms
Constipation, diarrhea, and abdominal pain can all be symptoms of colorectal cancer.
But they can also be signs of other conditions...
Volunteer finds joy and purpose in connecting with others
Human interaction and connection.
That’s what’s been most impactful to MD Anderson volunteer Arsalan Hojabri. And he quickly learned...
18 research advances only possible here
From clinical trial results that accelerated Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approval to discovery-based studies setting the stage for...
5 ways MD Anderson enhanced patient care this past year
At MD Anderson, patient care never pauses. This past year, we once again redefined what it means to be there for our patients — meeting them...
Son becomes blood donor after mom’s cancer treatment
Zane Maples was one of the final donors in line to give blood at an MD Anderson community blood drive held at Conroe High School. He waited...
A champion for quality, safety and improvement
José Rivera is happiest outside of his comfort zone. That’s where the opportunities are, he recognizes. Whether it’s securing a college tennis...
Are cigars bad for you?
Cigars and cigarettes look and sound a lot alike. But do they share health risks?
Here, Jason Robinson...
Breast cancer survivor, oral cancer caregiver: ‘I’m so grateful now’
My husband, Alex, has survived five different oral cancer diagnoses since 2002. He’s had 90% of his tongue removed and his jawbone reconstructed...
6 simple ways to boost your immune system
Your immune system is constantly working to detect and fight off infections. These could be caused by bacteria, such as Salmonella, or...
Fatigue: 3 things to know about this cancer treatment side effect
If you’re always feeling exhausted, you’re not alone. This is especially true if you just finished or are still undergoing cancer treatment...
Acoustic neuroma survivor regains hearing after surgery with cochlear implant
Casey Brown was diagnosed with a benign skull base tumor called an acoustic neuroma in September 2022.
Her diagnosis came after...
How to manage the holidays after a cancer diagnosis
Facing the holidays can be stressful — even in the best of times. When you add a cancer diagnosis into the mix, the season may start to feel...
4 notable presentations from ASH 2025
MD Anderson researchers are working diligently to transform our understanding of blood cancers and bring the latest cutting-edge therapies...
Proton therapy helps survivor overcome two cancer diagnoses
In early 2022, Phil Sprick noticed a lump behind his cheekbone while shaving. He visited his ear, nose and throat doctor a few weeks later...
Why is breast cancer so common?
If you or a loved one has been diagnosed with breast cancer, you’re not alone. Breast cancer is the second most common cancer among women...
Sulforaphane benefits: How broccoli and Brussels sprouts may help reduce your cancer risk
You may not have heard of sulforaphane, but you’ll definitely want its benefits.
This tiny, sulfur-based nutrient is one of the...