All Living with cancer Videos

Traditional cancer therapies like chemotherapy and radiation therapy are notorious for their severe side effects. Newer "immunotherapies," which target cancer cells and leave other cells alone, are more tolerable. But how effective are they? Tune in to learn the latest on this developing treatment strategy.

In the past, a tan was considered a sign of health. But today we know more about the harmful effects of sun exposure, from wrinkling to skin cancer and with this new understanding have come developments in the way we protect our skin. Join our panel of experts for a discussion of the latest in suncare.

After the age of 50 every man and woman should start getting screened for colon cancer. Why? Colon cancer is considered the second leading cause of cancer death in the U.S., but many cases can be cured if caught early. Still not convinced? Join our panel of experts as they discuss the benefits of screening, and describe the different options.

Surgery is one of the most common treatment options for patients with colorectal cancer. But there are many surgical techniques out there, each appropriate for different patients with different stages of cancer. How do you and your doctor determine the best procedure for you? Join our panel of specialists as they discuss the various available techniques, and when they should be used.

Being diagnosed with colon cancer is hard news to receive. Deciding how to treat it can be even more challenging. Do you know all your choices? How do you know which is best for you? Who will help you make the right treatment decisions? Join our panel as they discuss the available options--from diagnosis to treatment--and walk you through some possible scenarios.

Although there are only a few agents available, chemotherapy is the most common form of treatment for colon cancer. What treatments are most effective, and when should they be used? What is the newest treatment available? What future agents are on the horizon? Join our panel of experts as they discuss the latest in chemotherapy for colorectal cancer.

As with any disease, the accurate diagnosis of Lymphoma is crucial to providing the best, most effective treatment for each individual patient. So while new medications and treatment strategies get a lot of attention, advances in diagnostic technologies are also exciting and important. At the 42nd annual meeting of the American Society of Hematology in December, there was a lot of talk about something called a gene chip -- or DNA microarray analysis -- which has recently been used to diagnose Diffuse Large B-Cell Lymphoma. What is a gene chip and how does it work?

This year, over 22,000 Americans will be diagnosed with gastric cancer, another name for stomach cancer. Tune in now to learn if you are at risk for this disease.