After two diagnoses of acute myeloid leukemia, intense chemo and a bone marrow transplant, I’ve learned some things that helped me along the way. For those who are going into chemotherapy treatment, ...

Although chemotherapy helps kill cancer cells, it can also affect healthy white blood cells, weakening the immune system. Eating nutritious foods, exercising, and avoiding illnesses are some ways to ...

When you’re being treated for cancer, food can lose all its appeal. But maintaining good nutrition is more important than ever as you move toward recovery. Dietitians — and a patient who’s been there ...

When you get chemotherapy for breast cancer, you’ll very likely run low on white blood cells called neutrophils. Doctors call this neutropenia. It’s a normal part of going through chemo. With ...

When I was diagnosed with breast cancer two years ago, it was clear that I would be thinking about a lot of things — myriad doctor visits, multiple tests, surgeries and chemotherapy. Here are some ...

Tips to treat chemo brain ABC News Chief Medical Correspondent Dr. Jen Ashton explains a study on ways to provide relief for chemo brain, which involves multi-pronged approach according to ...

It’s important to eat well when you’re fighting cancer. Chemotherapy drugs can damage the lining of your stomach and intestines, though, causing side effects that can dull your appetite. They can also ...

Chemotherapy can be both physically exhausting and emotionally draining, making nutrition a critical part of treatment. Eating the right foods at the right times helps maintain energy levels, reduce ...

“You have cancer” are three words I never thought I would hear. I was 21 years old when I was diagnosed with colon cancer. It wasn’t until I heard the word “chemotherapy” that the reality of my ...