3 benefits of personalized ovarian cancer treatment
You may already understand the importance of going to a place like UT MD Anderson for your cancer treatment. You may recognize the need for specialists who will tailor a plan just for you, based on the exact type of cancer you have and how advanced it is.
But how does that individualized care benefit you when it comes to ovarian cancer prevention and treatment, specifically?
Gynecologic oncologists Amir Jazaeri, M.D., and...
Clinical psychologist: A Hodgkin lymphoma diagnosis as a young adult changed my life
I’ve wanted to be a psychologist ever since I was in high school. But I steered away from oncology at first because I thought it would be...
Vitamin K and cancer: Is there a connection?
Vitamin K is one of the four fat-soluble vitamins our bodies need to function correctly. It’s important for both bone formation and blood...
Screening vs. diagnostic mammogram: What’s the difference?
Regular breast cancer screening helps find breast cancer early. This is when the chances for successful treatment are greatest.
A mammogram is considered the gold standard test to screen for breast cancer. There are two primary types of mammograms: a screening mammogram and a diagnostic mammogram.
Here, I’ll explain the purpose of each test, how they differ and why mammograms save lives.
What is a screening mammogram...
Sexual dysfunction after cancer treatment: 4 things to know
Sex is a normal, healthy part of adult life. But some side effects of cancer treatment can directly impact your ability to enjoy it.
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Doctor, stomach cancer survivor: 3 things that impressed me about UT MD Anderson
When I was diagnosed with stage 4 stomach cancer in July 2024, I started treatment locally but sought second opinions from several other institutions...
What is the DASH diet to treat high blood pressure?
High blood pressure, also called hypertension, is a chronic condition where blood continually pushes against the walls of your arteries. When...
Cell therapy clinical trial could bring hope for patients with T cell lymphoma and beyond
During his medical residency, Sattva Neelapu, M.D., felt the pull of oncology. He was drawn to the opportunity to make a real difference in...
Does red light therapy work for peripheral neuropathy?
Peripheral neuropathy is nerve damage that occurs outside of your brain and spinal cord. It can cause weakness, numbness and pain — most commonly...
5 detox myths: The truth about cleanses and liver detox
Detox diets or cleanses have grown in popularity over recent years on social media and in online health forums. The idea is that these detoxes...
What is the blood-brain barrier, and how can we get past it to treat cancer?
One of the most significant challenges for treating brain cancers is the blood-brain barrier, which protects the brain but also prevents certain...
4-time cancer survivor finds security and comfort at UT MD Anderson
When Tamara Mitchell first came to UT MD Anderson in November 2023, she had already been diagnosed with three types of cancer.
In 2018...
4 things to know about peptides
Your social media feed is probably full of talk about peptides. Influencers claim this dietary supplement can boost your health in various...
6 tips to lower your blood sugar
Blood glucose is the main type of sugar found in your blood. It is also called blood sugar. The hormone insulin, produced by your pancreas...
Why my husband and I support cancer research at UT MD Anderson
A good friend and breast cancer survivor once told me, “If you ever get diagnosed with cancer, go straight to UT MD Anderson.” So, when my...
Is DEET bad for you? 9 things to know about bug spray
Because many insects are cold-blooded, they’re more active in the summer when they get more energy from warm weather to feed and reproduce...
Duodenal cancer: 8 things to know about this rare gastrointestinal cancer
The duodenum is the first part of your small intestine, also known as your small bowel. It is connected to your stomach. It helps with digestion...
Sinus infections and cancer treatment: What to know
While they sit in the middle of your face, you may not think much about your sinuses until they start giving you trouble.
“Think of...
2-time cancer survivor thankful for UT MD Anderson’s guidance and expertise
When Armando Gallegos was diagnosed with papillary thyroid cancer at age 52, he was shocked. Cancer did not run in his family.
He’d...
Bemotrizinol 101: What to know about this new sunscreen ingredient
There’s a new ingredient coming to sunscreens in the U.S. soon. Known as bemotrizinol, this chemical compound has been widely used in Europe...
Does a cold plunge have health benefits?
You’ve probably seen athletes sitting a tub of ice water after a competition. This practice of cold-water immersion — also known as a cold...
Doctor and stage 4 stomach cancer survivor thankful for clinical trial at UT MD Anderson
As an emergency physician who comes from a family of health care workers, Derek Cooney, M.D., has dealt with his share of challenging situations...