
Chronic lymphocytic leukemia: An overview
Chronic lymphocytic leukemia is a type of cancer of the blood and bone marrow that most commonly affects older adults. Learn about causes, symptoms and treatment options.
Workshop to help empower cancer patients, families
The Mayo Clinic Cancer Education Program is offering a patient and family education symposium on Nov. 5 in Rochester, Minnesota, focusing on wellness perspectives for living well now, through and beyond a cancer diagnosis. Learn more about the speakers and topics, and how to register.
Genetic testing for breast cancer: Psychological and social impact
Genetic testing to estimate breast and ovarian cancer risk may prompt many emotional and psychological reactions. How will getting the news that you've tested positive or negative affect you?
ROCHESTER, Minn. — Patients who have multiple tumors in one breast may be able to avoid a mastectomy if the tumors can be removed while ...
DEAR MAYO CLINIC: A family member recently was diagnosed with colon cancer. After researching potential treatment options, I came across intraoperative radiation therapy. What is the ...
Colorectal cancer is a term that combines both colon cancer and rectal cancers. The colon and rectum are two different parts of the lower digestive tract. ...