Moffitt study is among first to survey patients about stigma associated with strong pain meds. Read More

Cancer can often leave patients depressed, anxious and sometimes raises existential questions and crises of faith. Helping to relieve these stressors is the role of Moffitt’s Department of Supportive Care Medicine. Read More

Patient Dana Young-Melnick found support during and after her cancer journey through Moffitt's social work program. Read More

Awaiting an upcoming scan or test and the results that follow can be an emotional process for cancer patients and survivors. Read More

Program connects mentors with cancer patients, caregivers and survivors. Read More

“I learned that this isn’t temporary; survivorship is a lifestyle change...And that it’s all doable.” Read More

Rocio Ferrer knows firsthand the importance of caregivers in patients’ lives. Read More

Along with your cancer diagnosis, many challenges have probably surfaced for both you and your family. During this tumultuous time, a professionally led support group can serve as an invaluable safe haven. Read More

David Palmer has lung cancer. But that hasn’t stopped him from sipping wine in Napa and gambling in Vegas. Read More

When someone is diagnosed with cancer, it can affect all aspects of their life. Social workers can help patients and their families cope with the many challenges of living with cancer. Read More

If your oncologist recently told you that your cancer has come back, you may be experiencing a myriad of emotions. Read More

Comfort care vs. medical treatment or both? Barbara Bush weighs her options. Read More

For most advanced-stage cancer patients, the disease is not the only battle they’re fighting. Read More

If the need for caregiving has now come to an end, you may find yourself struggling to regain a sense of purpose in your life. Read More

When a parent becomes ill, your long-established roles may abruptly reverse. There are many things you can do to make the process easier for both your parent and yourself. Read More

Regardless of the type of cancer you have, it will likely have a profound impact on every aspect of your life, including your sexual health. Read More

Do you know someone who is coping with cancer? Find out what you can do to help them during this holiday season. Read More

We talked to Clinical Social Worker and Mindfulness Expert Marc McDowell about some of the misconceptions about mindfulness and found out how we can apply this practice in our daily lives. Read More

Find some ideas shared by both patients and caregivers that may help you to deal with many aspects of living with cancer. Advice is cheap: experience is priceless! Read More

My family and I began our personal fight with cancer in September 2012. What I thought was going to be simple turned into multiple surgeries, radiation and chemotherapy. Read More

When it's untreated depression can make it harder to enjoy usual activities and follow treatment plans. Read More

One of the first reactions of many patients at learning of a new cancer diagnosis is often a flood of concerns about the impact their illness will have on spouses, partners and other family members. Read More

One challenge that many patients may not have anticipated is the sense of isolation experienced at various points during their cancer journey. Read More

If you have a loved one who has been diagnosed with cancer, you’re both probably experiencing a wide range of feelings and emotions, which may include fear, anger, sadness and confusion. Read More

The day you’ve long been waiting for has finally arrived: the end of your cancer treatment. If you previously thought you’d be happy or relieved, you might be surprised by the wide range of emotions that you’re actually feeling. Read More

Every individual who is diagnosed with cancer has different feelings and copes with them in different ways. It is important to do what is best for you. Read More