The future of cancer treatment and research: What IBM Watson means for our patients
At MD Anderson, we're constantly looking for innovative new ways to provide the best possible cancer treatment options for our patients as we work toward our mission of Making Cancer History®.
To help with this, we've enlisted a cognitive computing system powered by IBM Watson. This technology, known as Oncology Expert Advisor™ (OEA), will soon be used by our doctors and researchers as part of our Moon Shots Program, starting with...
After AML, survivor continues to be a channel of blessings
Eight years after undergoing treatment for a Hodgkin's disease recurrence, Kenneth Woo was just about to graduate from his oncologist's care...
Ovarian cancer survivor offers hope for new patients
Betty White helped doctors catch her ovarian cancer in its earliest stages by being her own best advocate.
She first went...
Q&A: HPV and throat cancer
The number of throat cancer cases is on the rise, with about 12,000-15,000 people expected to be diagnosed with throat cancer in 2013.
The biggest reason for this increase is the humanpapilloma virus (HPV) -- the same sexually transmitted infection that causes cervical cancer. In fact, by 2020, HPV may cause more throat cancers than cervical cancers.
We recently spoke with Erich Sturgis, M.D., professor of Head and Neck...
Packing for your first visit: Advice from veteran MD Anderson patients and caregivers
Whether you're traveling one mile or 1,000 miles to get here, packing for your first visit to MD Anderson can be a little daunting. After...
Sunscreen and skin cancer prevention: 9 common mistakes
For many of us, summertime means time outdoors by the pool or at the beach. But while you probably already know to use sunscreen to help protect...
Cancer in men: What you should know
One in two men will be diagnosed with cancer during their lifetime. And, one in six men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer, the second...
Appendix cancer: What you should know
Each year, fewer than 1,000 Americans are diagnosed with appendix cancer, also called appendiceal cancer.
The appendix is located in...
Men who suspect they have cancer: A cancer survivor's advice
Last summer, Oliver Bogler felt a lump in his chest -- one that sometimes seemed to grow and ache. Though his Internet searches told him it...
New patient advice
For many patients and caregivers, the first visit to MD Anderson can be a little daunting. On top of wondering how you and your family will...