The State of the Bladder Cancer Battle
On a weekend before a business trip, Ken Brothers noticed some blood in his urine. He wondered if it was related his recent loss of… Read More »The State of the Bladder Cancer Battle
Is there any test for prostate cancer that doesn’t depend on a blood test for PSA?
“There are an increasing collection of tests that sample other aspects of prostate cancer in urine, blood or tissue, including acquired gene defects in the… Read More »Is there any test for prostate cancer that doesn’t depend on a blood test for PSA?
What are the signs of spiritual distress for cancer patients?
No matter how you respond to your diagnosis, it’s not unusual for cancer patients to feel the impact of spiritual pain and distress, says Rhonda… Read More »What are the signs of spiritual distress for cancer patients?
How can I figure out if prostate cancer screening will help me personally?
“The best approach is to have a significant conversation with your physician about the risks and benefits of screening. It's shared decision making,” says William… Read More »How can I figure out if prostate cancer screening will help me personally?
What can a cancer chaplain do for me as a cancer patient?
“Don’t be shy. It is not a sign of weakness to want a person of faith by your side at a time like this,” says… Read More »What can a cancer chaplain do for me as a cancer patient?
Top Maryland scientists discuss research on tracking and treating cancer
At the annual Research Matters conference yesterday, top scientists from the Johns Hopkins Kimmel Cancer Center and University of Maryland Greenebaum Cancer Center discussed research using… Read More »Top Maryland scientists discuss research on tracking and treating cancer
What you need to know about prostate cancer screening guidelines
Prostate-specific antigen (PSA)-based screening for prostate cancer has received mixed reviews from different organizations, says William G. Nelson, M.D., Ph.D., director of the Johns Hopkins… Read More »What you need to know about prostate cancer screening guidelines
Improving the ‘Care’ in Cancer Care
*This blog post was written by the Kimmel Cancer Center's development specialist, Allison Rich. Anyone who has ever heard the words “you have cancer” knows… Read More »Improving the ‘Care’ in Cancer Care
Johns Hopkins Student Wins Top Prize For Research on Lethal Brain Tumors in Children
Johns Hopkins undergraduate student Sabrina Wang won first place in a competition among 125 students for her research on a lethal type of pediatric brain… Read More »Johns Hopkins Student Wins Top Prize For Research on Lethal Brain Tumors in Children
Training the next generation of cancer immunotherapy experts
Jiajia Zhang was a trained oncologist in China when she read news about former Vice President Joe Biden's visit to Johns Hopkins and the launch… Read More »Training the next generation of cancer immunotherapy experts