Chemotherapy
Coverage of Chemotherapy in the Nexus archive.
- Homewood community rallies around woman who lost home in tornado: 'I just want to be able to rest'
A 68-year-old woman undergoing chemotherapy in Homewood lost her third-floor apartment after a tornado caused roof damage and flooding. The community has rallied around her to provide support.
- ‘RHOC’ star Jeana Keough shares tongue cancer diagnosis, says she can’t talk
Jeana Keough, a star of 'Real Housewives of Orange County,' has been diagnosed with tongue cancer and is undergoing chemotherapy and radiation. Treatments have caused severe pain, malnutrition, a blood clot, and left her unable to speak. She had two surgeries, with the second removing lymph nodes where the cancer spread.
- ‘I am dying slowly’: Gaza professor blocked from cancer treatment by Israel’s siege
Kholoud Abu Sahmoud, a Gaza university professor with liver cancer, can no longer receive suitable chemotherapy due to Israel's restrictions on medical supplies. Over 4,000 Gaza cancer patients await evacuation for treatment, as essential medicines and supplies remain critically low under ongoing Israeli restrictions.
- Nara Smith says couples therapy gave her and her husband the tools to get through their daughter's cancer diagnosis
Nara Smith and her husband, Lucky Blue Smith, credited couples therapy with helping them navigate their daughter Whimsy Lou's cancer diagnosis and treatment. They emphasized the importance of early therapy in building communication skills and mutual support during challenging times.
- William Shatner and his daughter reveal they beat stage 4 cancer together
William Shatner and his daughter Melanie Shatner Gretsch both battled stage 4 cancer simultaneously, undergoing treatments including chemotherapy, surgery, and immunotherapy. They were declared cancer-free by late 2024 and are launching a podcast to discuss cancer survival. Shatner, 95, had malignant melanoma that spread to his lungs and brain, while Melanie, 61, fought metastatic breast cancer.
- 'Fit Mom' did 'everything right' — then a colon cancer diagnosis changed her life
Maria Kang, a fitness advocate known as the 'No Excuse Mom,' was diagnosed with stage 4 colon cancer in 2023 despite maintaining a healthy lifestyle. She experienced persistent digestive issues for years, underwent holistic and chemotherapy treatments, and later surgery, and is now in remission with regular monitoring.
- A 33-year-old nurse thought her bleeding was caused by hemorrhoids. She was diagnosed with stage 3 colon cancer.
Bryce Ramsey dismissed blood in her stool for years, attributing it to hemorrhoids and childbirth, but was diagnosed with stage 3 colon cancer at 33. She underwent surgery to remove part of her colon and 13 lymph nodes, followed by chemotherapy, continuing to work throughout treatment.
- William Shatner, daughter reveal they both fought stage 4 cancer at same time
William Shatner and his daughter Melanie Shatner Gretsch both survived stage 4 cancer diagnoses. They are now cancer-free and have launched a podcast called 'No Time but Now' to discuss health and survival experiences.
- Outbound portability of medical scheme benefits Rajasthan’s patients
Rajasthan patients have submitted over 5,900 claims totaling ₹17 crore for specialty treatments in Gujarat, Haryana, Maharashtra, and Delhi. These claims cover procedures like heart stent procedures, heart bypass surgery, cancer surgery, chemotherapy, dialysis, and Caesarean deliveries.
- ‘RHOC’ alum Jeana Keough’s kids gives update on ‘strong’ mom after tongue cancer diagnosis
Jeana Keough, an alum of 'RHOC,' is undergoing her fifth week of chemotherapy, radiation, and immunotherapy for tongue cancer. Her children provided an update highlighting her 'strong' condition.
- ‘RHOC’ alum Jeana Keough’s kids gives update on ‘strong’ mom after tongue cancer diagnosis
Jeana Keough, a former cast member of 'RHOC,' is undergoing chemotherapy, radiation, and immunotherapy for tongue cancer. Her children shared an update highlighting her strength during treatment.
- The Political Beat: One-on-One with State Senate Candidate April Cook
April Cook, a state senate candidate, is running for Senate District 34 while undergoing chemotherapy for breast cancer. She was diagnosed in February after committing to the campaign in October and decided to continue after receiving a positive prognosis.
- Family in anguish as grandmother is arrested by ICE on her way to chemotherapy as doctors fear she could die without urgent treatment
A grandmother was arrested by ICE while traveling to chemotherapy, causing family anguish as doctors warn she may die without urgent treatment.
- Alabama's unluckiest man survives being struck by lightning a year after he was hit by firework while undergoing chemotherapy
A man from Alabama survived being struck by lightning a year after he was hit by a firework while undergoing chemotherapy. The incidents highlight his resilience despite facing two severe accidents.
- A 39-year-old man saw blood in his poop. He had colon cancer.
A 39-year-old man named Russ Read-Barrow noticed blood in his poop and was diagnosed with colon cancer after a colonoscopy. His cancer later spread to his liver and lungs, leading to multiple surgeries and treatments, including chemotherapy and ablation. He now manages his stage 4 cancer as a chronic illness.
- UK girl, 12, underwent six grueling –and unnecessary — rounds of chemo after misdiagnosis
A 12-year-old UK girl underwent six unnecessary chemotherapy rounds due to a misdiagnosis. Her mother expressed feeling let down by the medical professionals involved.
- Inside Your Health: Breast cancer DNA test
A new study could help thousands of breast cancer patients avoid chemotherapy without affecting survival rates, as explained by Dr. Archelle Georgiou. Over 300,000 women are diagnosed with breast cancer annually, some undergoing chemo as a precaution.
- Amy Dowden, 35, poses in a bikini and reveals being put into an early, medically induced menopause alongside rounds of chemotherapy caused broken bones and muscle loss
Amy Dowden, 35, revealed that undergoing an early medically induced menopause and chemotherapy led to broken bones and muscle loss. She posed in a bikini to share her experience.
- Health Canada permits temporary import of Chinese-authorized chemo injection drug amid critical shortage
Health Canada has permitted the temporary import and sale of a chemotherapy ingredient from a Chinese-authorized source to address a critical shortage in Canada. The decision aims to alleviate the scarcity of the chemotherapy drug ingredient.
- Social media influencer Nara Smith reveals 2-year-old daughter has cancer
Nara Smith, a social media influencer and content creator, revealed her 2-year-old daughter, Whimsy Lou, has cancer and requires immediate chemotherapy. Smith shared the news on Instagram, stating the diagnosis occurred late last year and the disease has spread, though specific cancer details were not disclosed.
- More Early Breast Cancer Patients Could Be Spared Chemo, Trial Suggests
The OPTIMA trial suggests genomic testing could identify more hormone receptor-positive/HER2-negative early breast cancer patients who might avoid chemotherapy. Results were presented at the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) meeting.
- I almost lost my father twice. It taught me to live in the moment.
The author recounts her father's stage 4 tongue cancer diagnosis during her high school senior year and a subsequent health scare, highlighting his resilience and her journey to live in the present. Despite the cancer treatment's lasting physical effects, the author cherishes the years of memories created with her father.
- Cancer patients are choosing ivermectin over chemo, and doctors are concerned
Cancer patients are opting for ivermectin, an anti-parasitic medication primarily used as a dewormer in animals, instead of chemotherapy. Doctors are expressing concern over this shift in treatment choices.
- Vitamin D shows promise for hard-to-treat pancreatic cancers
A study found that adding vitamin D supplementation to chemotherapy for pancreatic cancer was safe and reduced tumor-protective tissue density while increasing immune T-cells. The results suggest potential for improving treatment outcomes in hard-to-treat pancreatic cancers.
- Opinion: The quiet joy of being an oncologist
The article describes a patient who underwent multiple treatments including a transplant, post-transplant lymphoma, chemotherapy, a central nervous system relapse, and another auto transplant. His family is present as the oncologist prepares to share an update.
- Coronation Street's Tracy Shaw, 52, says 'there's nothing normal about life anymore' as she opens up about the side effects of chemo after her breast cancer diagnosis
Tracy Shaw, a character on Coronation Street, discusses the side effects of chemotherapy following her breast cancer diagnosis. She mentions that 'there's nothing normal about life anymore' due to her experiences.
- Actor Tyler Mane reveals he is having treatment for rare male breast cancer
Actor and former professional wrestler Tyler Mane has been diagnosed with rare male breast cancer and is undergoing chemotherapy. He shared the news on Facebook to raise awareness about the condition.
- X-Men actor Tyler Mane, 59, reveals 'super rare' breast cancer diagnosis as he begins chemotherapy treatment
X-Men actor Tyler Mane, 59, has been diagnosed with a rare form of breast cancer and is beginning chemotherapy treatment.
- X-Men actor Tyler Mane, 59, reveals 'super rare' breast cancer diagnosis as he begins chemotherapy treatment
X-Men actor Tyler Mane, 59, has been diagnosed with 'super rare' breast cancer and has begun chemotherapy treatment.
- Cancer patients found a simple way to stay mentally sharp during chemotherapy
A new trial found that cancer patients who followed a home-based exercise program showed improved attention and fewer cognitive problems compared to a placebo group. Low-dose ibuprofen also demonstrated some cognitive benefits, though less consistently.
- Coronation Street's Tracy Shaw, 52, reveals she was rushed to A&E after suffering horrible chemotherapy side effects amid breast cancer battle: 'I have no strength left'
Coronation Street actress Tracy Shaw, 52, was rushed to A&E due to severe chemotherapy side effects during her breast cancer treatment. She expressed feeling 'no strength left' amid the ordeal.
- A New Pill Finally Offers Hope for Pancreatic Cancer
A new daily pill for pancreatic cancer has shown to reduce the risk of death by 60% compared to chemotherapy in a study involving 500 patients. The drug, developed by a biotech company, is doubling survival time for patients with an aggressive form of the disease.
- Firefighter dies of cancer after protracted battle with insurance company
Ken Jones, a San Francisco firefighter with Stage 4 cancer, died after his insurance provider Blue Shield of California denied requested treatments. The insurance company cited medical guidelines for the denials, while his oncologist disputed their interpretation. The case prompted a city hearing to address insurance claims processes for first responders.
- What makes promising pancreatic cancer drug different from chemotherapy?
A new drug in trials demonstrated that pancreatic cancer patients survived twice as long as those treated with chemotherapy alone. Dr. Jon LaPook reported on the findings.
- Fifteen years ago, I was diagnosed with stage 4 cancer and given just a 20 per cent chance of survival. I took the risky choice of DELAYING chemo - and instead embarking on this radical programme. Now, I'm living proof of the power of 'prehab'...
A person diagnosed with stage 4 cancer 15 years ago and given a 20% survival chance chose to delay chemotherapy in favor of a radical alternative program. They now claim to be living proof of the effectiveness of 'prehab' for cancer treatment.
- Cancer jab can eradicate entire tumours in patients, trial shows
A triple-action cancer jab has shown 'unprecedentedly strong responses' in eradicating entire tumours in patients whose disease was resistant to chemotherapy and immunotherapy. The international trial involved patients across 11 countries with advanced or recurrent cancer.
- Millions of breast cancer patients could safely avoid chemotherapy, study suggests
A new DNA test may allow millions of breast cancer patients to safely avoid chemotherapy, as indicated by an international trial. The test helps determine if patients require the treatment based on their genetic profile.
- Millions of breast cancer patients could be spared chemotherapy thanks to groundbreaking gene test
A groundbreaking gene test could spare millions of breast cancer patients from undergoing chemotherapy. The test identifies patients who may not benefit from the treatment, potentially reducing unnecessary side effects.
- Coronation Street actress Tracy Shaw says she is struggling in emotional update after undergoing her first chemotherapy session following breast cancer diagnosis
Coronation Street actress Tracy Shaw is struggling emotionally after her first chemotherapy session following a breast cancer diagnosis.
- Coronation Street star Tracy Shaw reveals she has completed her first day of chemotherapy as she gives a health update following breast cancer diagnosis
Coronation Street star Tracy Shaw has completed her first day of chemotherapy and provided a health update following her breast cancer diagnosis.