Oncology & Cancer Highlights

For the third consecutive year the Skin Cancer Foundation and Aveeno are traveling across the country in a 38-ft RV to educate people about the importance of sun protection and skin cancer screenings. Dermatologist, Dr. Jeanine Downie tells us more about the Road to Healthy Skin Tour.

Dr. Song explains the difference between chemotherapy and radiation therapy and explains if a woman will likely lose her hair when she undergoes breast cancer radiation therapy.

Inspired by his uncle who passed away from pancreatic cancer, Jack Andraka developed a patent-pending noninvasive, sensitive and inexpensive cancer-screening method, which won him Intel International Science and Engineering's Gordon Moore Award.

The Haven offers support to breast cancer patients in the UK. Watch our video interview with cancer survivor Amanda Meeling.

Dr. Chung provides a description of a mammogram and shares when women should start screening for breast cancer.

Part of the battle against breast cancer is learning to deal with fear. In this video interview with a cancer patient we examine fear.

Dr. Chung explains if radiation oncology is helping women with breast cancer live longer lives.

A positive outlook can help in the battle against cancer. Watch our video interview with a cancer patient who discusses positive thinking.

Eric Stromer, author of Do-It-Yourself Family and host of HGTV's Over Your Head, reveals how a serious car accident resulted in shocking news that saved his life.

Chemotherapy can really take its toll on the body especially the hair and skin. In our video we look at some ways that women can look good and not irritate sensitive skin.

Since breast cancer is a growing concern among women, we talked to Dr. Susan Love, a known expert in the field, to share her tips on how to prevent breast cancer. Watch our video to find out what she thinks the likely causes are and easy things you can do now to keep cancer at bay including staying away from unnecessary radiation and the right time to get a mammogram.

Watch our video for tips and advice on hair loss caused by chemotherapy. Learn how to reduce or slow hair loss.

Award-winning actor Michael Douglas recently announced he has late stage IV throat cancer. Oncologist Dr. Lawrence Piro gives an update on the actor's condition and reveals the warning signs to look for.

Women with breast cancer who have chemotherapy often lose their hair. Watch our video interview with a cancer patient who discusses the issue of hair loss.

The Haven is a breast cancer charity that supports patients providing support and information. Learn about male breast cancer and the support and information available.