Top 5 MD Anderson abstracts at AACR 2025
The American Association for Cancer Research (AACR) Annual Meeting showcases exciting new cancer therapies that help link translational science and clinical trials. MD Anderson researchers will be presenting more than 200 studies at AACR this year.
This research spans many topics, from gaining a better understanding of how cancer treatments are working to ways we can continue to improve our cancer therapies while minimizing side...
Are food dyes unhealthy?
You¡¯ve probably heard that you should eat the rainbow to get the vitamins and nutrients your body needs.
Eating whole foods in a variety...
How digital twins are shaping the future of cancer care
Imagine a future where an oncologist could assess your response to multiple treatment options using a virtual simulated model of your tumor...
Triple-negative breast cancer survivor: Why I chose a clinical trial at MD Anderson??
Cancer runs very strongly on one side of my family. Several members have had either breast cancer or ovarian cancer. Two tested positive for the BRCA1 genetic mutation. So, I knew the odds were pretty high that I carried it, too.?
After finding out about the mutation, I put off getting genetic testing for about two years. I didn¡¯t want to know yet.
But I became the first person of my generation in my family to take...
Cell therapy: The evolution of the ¡®living drug¡¯
For decades, researchers have been exploring ways to harness the power of the immune system to treat cancer. One breakthrough is cell therapy...
Nuts 101: How to work these nutritional powerhouses into your diet
Nuts are a great source of healthy fats, antioxidants, fiber, vitamins and minerals. But some people aren¡¯t quite sure how to incorporate...
Oncofertility specialist: Don¡¯t let cancer keep you from building a family
As a reproductive endocrinologist and infertility specialist at MD Anderson, I bridge oncology and reproductive medicine to expand family-building...
What to expect when you have a mole removed
Moles are common growths on the skin. Moles are benign, which means they¡¯re not cancerous. But when melanocytes, the cells that make up moles...
Head shaving and brain surgery: 4 things to know
If you¡¯ve been diagnosed with a brain tumor and told you need surgery, you might have some concerns. Does this mean your entire head will...
CT scans and cancer risk: What patients need to know
A computerized tomography scan, also called a CT scan, provides detailed images of your body to help doctors diagnose and treat various health...
Does sugar cause cancer?
Does sugar cause cancer?
As a senior research dietitian at MD Anderson, I hear this question a lot. So, let¡¯s look at the evidence...
Head of Cancer Medicine: ¡®MD?Anderson is the place I bring my loved ones¡¯
As a physician-scientist, I have a series of roles at MD Anderson. I¡¯m the division head of Cancer Medicine where I oversee 16 medical oncology...
Is seed oil healthy?
There have been mixed messages about whether seed oils are healthy or unhealthy. On one hand, seed oils are unsaturated, or ¡°healthy¡± fats...
Invasive ductal carcinoma: 6 things to know about this common breast cancer
Invasive ductal carcinoma (IDC) is breast cancer that starts in the breast ducts and spreads to surrounding tissue. It is the most common...
What can a pathology report tell you?
If you¡¯ve ever noticed a pathology report pop up in MyChart after a biopsy or a surgical procedure, you might have some questions.? ...
Gynecologic oncologist: Why I¡¯m passionate about cancer care at MD Anderson
I¡¯ve always sought out opportunities to advocate for women and women¡¯s health. That¡¯s what drew me to the field of gynecologic oncology.
Diet soda and cancer risk: What you should know
Diet soda has few, if any, calories. So, you may think it¡¯s a healthier, waist-shrinking alternative to regular soda. But that¡¯s not the case...
What are the symptoms of liposarcoma?
Liposarcoma is the most common type of soft tissue sarcoma, making up about 15% to 20% of diagnoses. Liposarcoma develops in the fat cells...
Personalized treatment helps retired physician overcome dual cancer diagnoses
As a medical student at Baylor College of Medicine, Steve Meltzer traveled past MD Anderson many times. However, he never thought he would...
How to get your heart rate up
Exercise is an important part of disease prevention ¨C and that includes cancer prevention. But not all exercise is created equal. It¡¯s essential...
Young adult breast cancer survivor: Why I volunteer at the Texas Children¡¯s Houston Open
I have volunteered at the Texas Children¡¯s Houston Open golf tournament for three of the last five years.??
The first time...
Cancer treatment side effect: Muscle cramps
If you¡¯ve ever had a charley horse ¡ª or a severe sudden spasm in your calf ¡ª you know that muscle cramps are no joke.??
But...
Olfactory neuroblastoma didn¡¯t stop this survivor from achieving his goals
When Justin Masse was diagnosed with a type of skull base tumor called olfactory neuroblastoma, he wanted to learn everything about this rare...
What happens when you overeat?
Sometimes it¡¯s because something tastes good. Other times, it¡¯s due to stress or anxiety. Occasionally, it¡¯s just a mindless habit. But chances...