Cancer Health Summer 2026
Cancer Health Summer 2026
In every issue, you’ll find cutting-edge health information and the hottest topics of interest to people with cancer and their loved ones.
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The Lifeline
A HealthWell grant to cover the cost of Carolyn Shay’s multiple myeloma medications helped save her budget—and her peace of mind.
Cancer Health 25: In Praise of Financial Helpers and Fundraisers
Our 2026 Cancer Health 25 list showcases an inspiring and eclectic group of people helping cancer patients and fighting health inequities.
editor’s letter
Offering Lifelines
Paying it forward is a common theme in our summer 2026 issue of Cancer Health.
news
They Got Your Number
A cancer helpline calls on a 1980s pop hit: “867-5309.”
Gen Z Gets an F in Sun Safety
Social media influencers share myths and misinformation.
Drivers of Disparities
Individuals who live in rural areas and are diagnosed with cancer face challenges in accessing cancer care.
A World Record in Fundraising!
Latwogang’s nine-day nonstop livestream from Warsaw broke a Guinness World Record.
No Need to Stress Out
Psychological factors don’t raise your cancer risk.
care & treatment
Promising News for Pancreatic Cancer
Novel targeted therapies and a vaccine offer renewed hope.
Do Fruits and Veggies Raise Cancer Risk?
Researchers suggested that pesticide residue on food might play a role in increased cancer risk.
AI Identifies Cancer of Unknown Origin
A machine learning model may be able to identify the origin of metastatic cancer.
Exercise Improves Chemo Brain
Patients reported fewer problems with thinking, memory and mental fatigue.
voices
Pride & Survivorship
People tend to function better when they’re truly able to embrace themselves, their strengths and their values.
basics
Immunotherapy 101
New types of treatment can help the immune system recognize and fight cancer.
diary
A Stomach Cancer Diary
Javier Florez, 47, lives in San Angelo, Texas, with his two dogs. He has had metastatic stomach cancer for nine years.
can heal
Speaking Freely
A prostate cancer survivor and AnCan support group leader, John Antonucci shares insights covering grief to gratitude.
solutions
Lower Your Risk for Blood Clots
Cancer can lead to pulmonary embolisms, dangerous blood clots in the lungs. Here’s how to help prevent this life-threatening situation.
your team
Meet a Legal Expert for People With Cancer
Joanna Fawzy Doran is a cancer rights attorney and the CEO of Triage Cancer, a nonprofit providing legal support for people with cancer.
good stuff
Treats That Give Back
Get ready for sun-safe summertime fun with brands that support cancer research, prevention and awareness.
survey
Cancer Costs
How has your cancer experience affected your financial well-being?
digital edition
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