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Investigational medicines may be used if you are seriously ill but you're not enrolled in a clinical trial. These medicines are being studied but have not yet been approved as safe and effective by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). Read on to learn more.

Speech therapy usually begins before you leave the hospital. Once the doctor gives approval, the SLP will begin speech lessons with you. To speak, you may need esophageal speech, an artificial larynx, or a transesophageal puncture (TEP). Each is described here.

Here are the basics on health research, so you can better understand human research studies, such as clinical trials.

Many people with cancer benefit from taking a break from their condition from time to time. This “vacation” from cancer can come in many forms.

Talking with doctors about cancer can be overwhelming. It can be hard to take in all of the information. Here are some questions to ask your doctor.

Robotic cardiac surgery is a less invasive form of heart surgery. It's done using very small incisions in the chest, tiny tools, and a robotic device operated by a surgeon. Learn what to expect before, during, and after this procedure.

Medical nutrition therapy is a type of treatment for people who are at a weight that is higher than what is healthy for them. It's also for people with certain health conditions. During treatment, you'll work with a registered dietitian to make a nutrition plan just for you.

Sacral neuromodulation (SNM) is a type of treatment for people with certain bladder and bowel problems. You may hear it called sacral nerve stimulation (SNS).

If your doctor thinks you might have ovarian cancer, you will need certain exams and tests to be sure. Learn about these tests.