Baylor residents shine bright at radiation oncology conference
Dr. Shraddha Dalwadi has a strong personal connection to her research in health disparities and access to cancer care. “I
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Cancer
Tracking down microRNA candidates that can contribute to disease
What started as Ninad Oak’s side project turned out into something much larger, his doctorate thesis. “The project started as
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Above and beyond: Breast cancer treatment for the whole person
Stephanie D. Miller knew breast cancer ran in her family, and with her dense breast tissue, she was religious about
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Explore reconstruction options after a breast cancer diagnosis
Women often weigh a variety of reconstructive options after a breast cancer diagnosis. With the number of available procedures expanding
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The next frontier in the battle against childhood cancer: Genetics and genomics
Cancer is the leading cause of death from disease among children, and although mortality rates continue to decline, coping with
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Hormone therapy trial leads to hope in breast cancer fight
After years of having a lump in her breast examined through an annual mammogram and receiving benign results, Maria’s doctor
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What altered gene regulatory regions can do for cancer
The genome includes genes – sequences of DNA that encode the proteins that keep our body working – and regulatory
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Grace under fire: Fighting breast cancer with courage, community support
When Marion Gordey was diagnosed with invasive carcinoma lobular breast cancer in January 2018, she was determined to receive the
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When a loved one has cancer: Communication dos and don’ts
When someone receives a cancer diagnosis, friends and family members often want to comfort them but may feel stumped by
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New therapy for pediatric brain tumors could reduce long-term cognitive issues
When a child is diagnosed with a brain tumor, the first actions usually revolve around ensuring his or her survival.
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