Articles
Guides and explainers from the Carer team on treatment, nutrition, recovery and living well with cancer.
Treatment
How TIL Therapy is Changing Cancer Treatment
Discover how TIL therapy is changing cancer treatment—innovative immunotherapy using tumor-infiltrating lymphocytes to fight advanced cancers
Treatment
Breast Cancer Surgery Explained: Lumpectomy or Mastectomy?
Lumpectomy vs mastectomy explained—understand the differences, survival outcomes, recovery, and how to choose the right breast cancer surgery.
Challenges & Planning
Life After Relapse: Follicular Lymphoma Care
Life after relapse in follicular lymphoma—care strategies, treatment options, and support for patients navigating cancer recurrence
Challenges & Planning
Fertility Concerns Before, During, and After Cancer Treatment
Fertility concerns during cancer treatment are common. Learn how treatment may affect fertility before, during, and after cancer.
Innovation & Research
Understanding the Variants of Uncertain Significance (VUS)
Understand Variants of Uncertain Significance (VUS) in genetic testing—impact, interpretation, and what they mean for cancer risk and patient car
Cancer Care
Firecracker Smoke, Winter Air & Skin Cancer Risk in Young Adults
Discover how winter air pollution, especially firecracker smoke, increases the skin cancer risk for young adults. Learn about the carcinogenic effects and essential preventive measures.
Cancer Care
Is Cancer Contagious? Understanding the Truth
Learn the truth about cancer and why it is not contagious. Understand how cancer spreads in the body and how families can safely support loved ones.
Symptoms & Side Effects
Why Fat Gain Happens Even Without Overeating: Understanding Hidden Causes
Unexplained fat gain can stem from hidden physiological issues like hormonal imbalances (thyroid, cortisol, insulin), metabolic changes, or side effects from medication and steroids, even when diet and activity are normal. Learn the non-dietary causes.
Wellness
Can Tattoos Increase Cancer Risk? What You Should Know
Can tattoos increase cancer risk? Learn what research says about tattoo ink, safety concerns, and health precautions you should know.
Health Challenges
Buttock Pain and Cancer: Could Your Pain Signal Something Serious?
Is your buttock pain serious? Learn the difference between common causes (sciatica, strain) and rare cancer-related warning signs that require immediate medical attention.
Symptoms & Side Effects
Early Symptoms of Mouth Cancer Most People Miss
Learn the early symptoms of mouth cancer most people miss—spot warning signs, improve detection, and protect oral health with timely care
Financial Guidance
Cashless and Reimbursement Claims During Cancer Treatment
Understand cashless and reimbursement claims in cancer treatment—insurance processes, patient rights, and tips for smoother financial support
