START Center oncologist Dr. Steven Kalter weighed in on some of the most important aspects of ASCO (American Society of Clinical Oncology)

The moment you hear the words, “You are in remission,” you go immediately from patient to survivor

As is true for many diseases and conditions, you can reduce your risk by maintaining a healthy lifestyle.

Oral cancer can develop in any part of the mouth including the lips, cheeks, gums, teeth or tongue.

Perhaps no other word carries such weight — cancer. It’s a life-changing diagnosis for the people who receive it, and for their loved ones

There is no single prescription for gaining an emotional or mental edge over cancer.

The complexities of cancer have pressed scientists to dig deeper into the inner workings of human cells to pinpoint cancer’s causes.

You’re in remission. These are four words every cancer patient hopes to hear.

Getting proper nutrition during cancer treatment is the best thing you can do to help you feel better and stay stronger. As you may already know, cancer and its treatment can leave you with little to no appetite. It can also inhibit your ability to tolerate certain foods or nutrients. Many doctors recommend a low-fiber diet to help you manage the symptoms and affects of chemotherapy and radiation. Many may not realize the important connection between cancer and nutrition. Bel

Cancer. It’s a small word that can mean a lot of different things. No matter what kind a person has, understanding the stages of cancer

Cancer develops when abnormal cells grow and multiply abnormally, leading to cancerous tumor growth.

Nothing is fair about cancer and no one deserves it. After the initial shock and disbelief of your diagnosis wears off, what do you do?

Though the thought of cancer treatment can be daunting, your apprehension can be lessened by developing a better understanding about how