Telehealth Isn’t Only for Pandemics
I was 15 when I was diagnosed with two rare liver diseases. Growing up in rural Kentucky, that meant countless out of state trips to see specialists. Those trips were a family commitment.
Cancer Innovations Worth Celebrating
Last year was a downer in so many ways. But, for the oncology community, 2020 also brought plenty of reasons to celebrate.
America’s Spectrum of Support for Patients
Americans “Go Red” in February for heart disease awareness and paint the town pink every October in honor of breast cancer patients. These celebrations are a stark contrast, however, to the public’s response to some health conditions.
How Pregnant Moms Can Make Every Bite Count
“Make Every Bite Count” is the theme of the recently released Dietary Guidelines for Americans.
Drug Shortage Distress
With the nation’s attention riveted on the distribution of COVID-19 vaccines, drugs that allow patients to deal with other serious medical conditions are falling by the wayside.
Lacks’ Law Pursues Diversity in Cancer Clinical Trials
As the nation prepared for the 46th presidential inauguration, a piece of legislation that could help solve a major problem in clinical research was quietly signed into law.
What Happened to the Flu and RSV?
Wash your hands. Cover your nose. It’s familiar advice, but in the wake of a global pandemic, more people seem to be following it.
“Most Favored Nation” Doesn’t Favor Patients
A new federal experiment could force tens of thousands of patients off of their medication in 2021.
Pregnant Women’s New Ally
Before this day is over, two women in the U.S. will die in childbirth or as the result of a pregnancy complication.
Why Finding a Doctor Just Got Harder
This year may find many patients searching for a new doctor, but not because they were dissatisfied with the one they had.
