Paying a Hefty Price for a Killer Tan
For one woman, a tanning bed habit in youth resulted in melanoma and eye cancer later in life
Cancer, Dermatology, Melanoma, Skin Care
Category: Cancer
‘Tumor Boards’ Bring Many Experts to One Patient
Physicians meet in “tumor boards” to craft a plan for complex cases.
Cancer, Oncology, Patient Care
Lung Disease: What You Need to Know to Breathe Easy
Your essential guide to symptoms, risk and prevention.
Lung Cancer, Pulmonology, Sleep, Tobacco
Meet Your Cancer Care Team
From oncologists to financial navigators, you have a group of experts ready to support you.
Cancer, Oncology, Physicians
Should I Get Tested for the Cancer Gene?
A genetic counselor answers common questions about how to decide if genetic testing for cancer is right for you
Cancer, Genetics
I Found a Lump in My Breast. What Should I Do?
Breast lumps can have many causes other than cancer, but you’ll want to get it checked out.
Breast Cancer, Breast Health, Women's Health
Researchers strive to improve cancer care for older patients
At the 2017 American Society of Clinical Oncology Annual Meeting in Chicago, UNC Lineberger researchers led by Hyman B. Muss, MD, presented preliminary findings from several studies focused on older adults with cancer.
Cancer, Caregivers, Senior Health
Paying it Forward
Ten-year-old Ellie Stewart was diagnosed with choriocarcinoma in February. Her only plans for the summer were to finish her chemotherapy treatment at N.C. Children’s Hospital. Then she received a surprise gift: tickets to attend Taylor Swift’s June 9 concert in Raleigh. Now Ellie has some...
Cancer, Patient Stories
Priceless Gem
Carolina legend Danny Talbott performed at the highest level on both the football field and baseball diamond during his years as a Tar Heel. Since 2010, he’s been back in Chapel Hill, battling the toughest opponent he’s faced: multiple myeloma. He can’t imagine going anywhere else to do it.
Cancer, Patient Stories