Cancer Connections
Cancer News, Stories, and Conversations
Our team of experts brings you cancer-related news, features, and survivor stories.
From Grief to Giving: Volunteer Channels Loss into Lifelong Mission
Published on: May 8, 2025
After losing her mother to pancreatic cancer, Bobbie Parker channeled her grief into a lifelong mission with the American Cancer Society. From bake sales to launching North Carolina’s first Relay For Life, she’s helped raise over $5 million for cancer research and support. For over 40 years, Bobbie has been a “merchant of hope,” honoring survivors and striving for a future without cancer.
Volunteer’s Cancer Journey Comes Full Circle Through Research, Advocacy
Published on: April 30, 2025
Cancer survivor and advocate Zach Dane shares his journey of resilience—losing his mother to cancer, facing his own diagnosis at 34, and emerging more dedicated than ever to advocacy.
How to Be Healthier with Intuitive Eating
Published on: April 30, 2025
Intuitive eating includes listening to your body’s signals around hunger and fullness. Learn more about how it can help you eat healthier.
Decades-long Treatment Journey Drives Cancer Survivor to Give Back
Published on: April 24, 2025
Miguel Barvo has battled multiple cancers for decades. Now, he supports others as a mentor and acts as a Eucharisitic minister to people who are homebound.
Measles and Cancer: What You Need to Know to Stay Safe
Published on: April 24, 2025
If you have a weakened immune system from cancer or cancer treatment, measles is particularly risky. Find out how to protect yourself from this highly contagious virus.
5 Small Diet Changes That Can Have a Big Impact
Published on: April 11, 2025
Sticking with small changes to your diet can improve your overall health and help reduce your cancer risk. Get healthy eating tips here.
Mother Finds Strength in Community During Breast Cancer Journey
Published on: April 10, 2025
Angela Torres, a devoted mom and community leader, faced breast cancer with resilience. Now, she shares her journey to inspire and support others.
Explaining Pancreatic Tumors: An Expert Q&A
Published on: March 31, 2025
A medical oncologist at Yale Medicine explains the differences between pancreatic cancer and pancreatic neuroendocrine tumors (PNET). Learn more here.
