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With COVID-19 hitting the U.S. at peak flu season, it’s no wonder some confusion has ensued. 

How to Tell the Difference Between the Flu and the Coronavirus

Flu vs. Coronavirus

Flu or Coronavirus? Here's How to Tell the Difference

Diagnosing rheumatoid arthritis takes some detective work, especially because so many health problems cause similar symptoms. Our guide helps you spot the clues so you can get the treatment you need. 


9 Sneaky Conditions That Mimic RA

Conditions that Mimic RA 

9 Conditions That Mimic RA

Is discharge normal? What about soreness? Here’s what to look out for—and when to give your doctor a call. 

Nipple Issues: When to Worry, When to Wait

Common Nipple Issues

What's just as important as knowing what's not normal when it comes to breast health? Knowing what it is! 

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7 Signs of Healthy Breasts

There could be a number of things going on in your body and brain that make sex feel like a low priority item.

Too Tired for Sex?

Low Sex Drive

Genital herpes is quite common, but a great deal of stigma still exists surrounding the virus. Know the facts from the falsehoods.

10 Myths About Genital Herpes

Something sank its teeth into you? We'll help you figure out what type of insect, chigger, or spider might be to blame. 

What Is That?! How to ID 8 Common Bug Bites

Adopt these 10 heart-smart tips now to lower your risk for having a heart attack in the future.

10 Ways to Prevent a Heart Attack

Heart Attack Prevention

A diagnosis of acid reflux no longer means saying goodbye to all of your favorite fruits. These super foods are an important part of a healthy diet. Fruits are usually low in fat and rich in the sort of fiber that can protect against acid reflux.

Low-Acid Fruits for Acid Reflux

Stephanie Stephens

Lung Cancer

Whether you’re dealing with a serious illness or not, Dr. Morhaf Al Achkar’s must-read advice can help you live your truth.

A Doctor With Lung Cancer Shares His Top Lessons

Doctor With Lung Cancer

Barbara O'Dair

Is this a scary thought? Yep. But we'll help you put your personal lung cancer risk in perspective.

Everyone's at Risk for Lung Cancer (Even Non-smokers)

Lung Cancer Risk Factors

Lara DeSanto

Lung cancer claims more lives than any other cancer in the U.S.—but new treatment options may soon change that.

The Future Is Bright for Lung Cancer Treatments

K. Aleisha Fetters

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These gentle, effective exercises will help you rebuild strength, endurance, and energy after your lung cancer procedure.

10 Ways to Build Strength After Lung Cancer Surgery

Lung Cancer Exercises

Rachel Zohn

Sterotactic body radiation therapy (SBRT) gives people with inoperable lung cancer new hope. 

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Treating Lung Cancer Without Surgery

Sheila M. Eldred

Freaking out about your next lung scan? Try these doc-approved stress-reducing tactics before, during, or after your next appointment.

How to Deal With “Scanxiety”

Lung Cancer ‘Scanxiety’

Eileen Bailey

From planned meal prep to cleaning and financial assistance, here are some of the resources that can help during your cancer treatment and beyond.

Need Help With Lung Cancer?

10 Resources to Help You As a Lung Cancer Patient

Elizabeth Millard

If you’re in lung cancer treatment and plan to keep working, here are some common issues to keep in mind.

Navigating Work During Lung Cancer Treatment

Managing Lung Cancer at Work

With immunotherapy, some patients with stage 4 non-small cell lung cancer can skip chemotherapy altogether and are living for years with their disease in check.

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Immunotherapy: A Cure for Some Lung Cancers?

Skip Chemo, Go Directly to Immunotherapy: A Game Changer for Patients With Advanced Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer

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Non-small cell lung cancer patients who exercise can improve their breathing, strength, and range of motion while reducing side effects, fatigue, and anxiety.

Working Out with Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer

Exercise Helps Throughout the Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer Journey

It’s not just smoking that causes lung cancer. Here are other common risk factors you might not know about.

What Are the Risk Factors for Lung Cancer?

While it’s impossible to completely shield yourself from lung cancer relapse, there are some things you can do to stack the odds in your favor.

Prevent Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer Recurrence

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Preventing Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer Recurrence

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Learn about the latest treatments available for lung cancer, including cutting-edge surgical procedures, radiation, and chemotherapies.

The Newest Technologies to Treat Lung Cancer

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Target-directed therapy can help ensure you get the best treatment for your condition after lung cancer has been diagnosed, typed and classified.

Lung Cancer Treatment Options

Lung Cancer: Choosing the Best Treatments

Lung cancer is the most common cancer in the world. Here's what you should know about the causes, screening options, and how lung cancer is diagnosed.

Lung Cancer Causes, Screening, Diagnostics

Lung Cancer: Causes, Screening and Tools for Diagnosis

Deborah Kaplan

Does radiation therapy help after lung cancer spreads to the brain? This research says it does very little.

Radiotherapy for Lung Cancer That Has Spread to the Brain

This May Not Work After Lung Cancer Spreads

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Older lung cancer patients who get surgery may have longer average survival than younger patients, according to this study.

Lung Cancer Surgery: Better Odds for Older Patients

Is Older Better With Lung Cancer Surgery?

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Of the two major forms of lung cancer: non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) is the most common. Here are 8 facts to know about NSCLC.

What Do You Know About NSCLC?

Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer

8 Facts About Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer

Tori Tomalia had bone cancer when she was young, then she was diagnosed with lung cancer as an adult. Here's her story.

Tori's One-In-a-Million Cancer Diagnosis 

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PJ Hamel

Cut through the confusing language around advanced lung cancer with this guide to the most common terms you might hear from your doctor.

NSCLC Medical Terms Decoded

Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer Terms

18 Terms You Need to Know About Advanced Lung Cancer 

Learn the specific symptoms, treatment options, and survival rates with advanced, stage 4 lung cancer.

All About Stage 4 Lung Cancer

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All About the Advanced Stage of Lung Cancer

Stage IV lung cancer struck Millie when she was only 43, even though she never smoked. Read her story about how the experience turned her world upside down.

A Non-Smoker’s Lung Cancer Journey

Non-Smoker's Lung Cancer

What a Non-Smoker's Lung Cancer Diagnosis Taught Her

Fatigue, loss of appetite, and changes in your fingernails could be signs that your lung cancer has metastasized.

10 Signs That Lung Cancer Has Spread

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Signs Your Lung Cancer Has Advanced

Todd Gersten, MD

The latest wisdom on how to manage lung cancer, including insights from caregivers and survivors. 

Living Your Best Life With Lung Cancer

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