Coping with Grief as a Cancer Caregiver

Losing someone you care deeply about can be traumatic, and grief is a natural emotional response to the loss. It’s a process that takes time to work through.

Nonmelanoma Skin Cancer: Introduction

Cancer starts when cells in the body change and grow out of control. Some cells may spread into nearby tissues or other parts of the body. This is called metastasis. Nonmelanoma is the most common type of skin cancer. It is successfully treated if found early. Read on to learn more.

Nonmelanoma Skin Cancer: Radiation Therapy

You may have heard about radiation therapy for cancer treatment. But you may not be sure what it is or what it does. Learning more about it will help you understand how it may be a good treatment for you.

Nonmelanoma Skin Cancer: Risk Factors

It isn’t always clear why a person gets cancer. But experts know that certain risk factors can raise your odds. Learning about your own risk factors for skin cancer can help you protect your future health. Here’s what you should know.

Procedures for Nonmelanoma Skin Cancer

Surgery is one of the most effective and common procedures for nonmelanoma skin cancer. It can remove the cancer with minimal impact on nearby tissue. Read on to learn about the different surgical and nonsurgical choices.

Colorectal Cancer: Proctectomy

Proctectomy is a surgery that removes all or part of the rectum. Sometimes the anal opening is removed, too. This surgery can be done at all stages of rectal cancer. Read on to learn more.

Prostate Cancer: Chemotherapy

Learn about chemo treatment for prostate cancer, including types of medicines, how they are given, and possible side effects..

Prostate Cancer: Prevention

While there is no sure way to stay cancer-free, there are ways that you can lower your risks of getting prostate cancer. In some cases, a doctor may suggest using medicine to reduce your risk. But there are steps you can take on your own with no prescription needed.