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This test measures the amount of cholesterol in your blood to help determine your risk for heart disease.

This test looks for toxic chemicals in your blood. These chemicals are most often found in insecticides, either those used in fields or those used in bug sprays.

A cocaine screen is a test done to find out whether you have used cocaine recently. The test can be done on your urine, saliva, blood, hair, or sweat.

Taking care of a family member who is sick can be tough, especially when you also have to work. The good news is that there is a law called the Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA) that can help caregivers.

Your healthcare provider may suggest this treatment if the cancer has spread beyond your kidney or comes back after other treatment.

Targeted therapy is a form of treatment that uses medicines to “target” specific proteins that help cancer cells grow and spread. It doesn’t harm normal cells.

It’s difficult when a loved one is diagnosed with cancer. But you can play a vital role in helping them get through treatment, no matter where they are in their journey.

Having the right providers in place will keep you healthy and ready to tackle your future.

You may need to travel away from home to get the cancer care that’s best for you. So it might make sense to find a place to stay nearby while getting treatment. Here's a look at some housing assistance programs that help families like yours find a home away from home during treatment.