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What Are Tumor Markers?

Learn about tumor markers and their importance to cancer diagnosis and treatment.

Cancer Survivorship

Find out how to adjust to the new issues and effects that arise for a cancer survivor once treatment is over.
Steve Pergam Getting Vaccine

UPDATED: Coronavirus Vaccines and People with Cancer

An expert explains why it’s important for people with cancer to get vaccinated.

Your Guide to Cancer

Cancer Basics

Newly Diagnosed

Treatment

Learn more about treatment

Coping with Cancer

Supportive information on managing the physical and emotional effects of cancer and treatment for both patients and caregivers.

Advanced Cancer

Information to help with talking about and coping with advanced cancer, making choices about care, and planning for the end of life.

Managing Cancer Care

Information on choosing a doctor or treatment facility, home care, financial help, insurance coverage, end-of-life planning, and resources to help you avoid scams.

Should You Join a Clinical Trial?

Learn the reasons why you might want to join a cancer clinical trial. By looking closely at all options, including clinical trials, you are taking an active role in a decision that affects your life.