Hailey Hudson

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If you’re undergoing treatment for breast cancer, the idea of doing less treatment might seem terrifying. But for some patients with breast cancer, new research is suggesting that doing less might be not only safe, but better. De-escalation is a treatment approach that aims to give patients less treatment, and it was a major focus at the 2025 American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) Annual Meeting.

2 weeks ago | patientpower.info | Hailey Hudson

GettyImages/FatCameraCould artificial intelligence play a role in helping diagnose and categorize cases of HER2 breast cancer? HER2 (human epidermal growth factor receptor 2) is a protein that can affect how breast cancer cells grow and respond to treatment. Accurate diagnosis of HER2 status is critical, as it directly influences treatment decisions and can significantly improve patient outcomes through targeted therapies.

2 months ago | patientpower.info | Hailey Hudson

GettyImages/PgiamIf you’ve been diagnosed with ovarian cancer, genetic testing could be one of the most important steps in your care – but too many patients aren’t getting it. A new report reveals that only half of ovarian cancer patients receive this critical testing, which can guide treatment and even help protect family members. Here's what you need to know, and how to make sure you're getting the care you deserve.

2 months ago | patientpower.info | Hailey Hudson

GettyImages/Paul ArchuletaColin Egglesfield, an American actor and motivational speaker/coach known primarily for his role as Josh Madden on the soap opera All My Children, is a three-time cancer survivor: testicular cancer twice and, more recently, prostate cancer. He sat down with us to talk about his diagnoses, how his acting training affected his mindset, and how his cancer experience has led him to empower others. You’re a three-time cancer survivor.

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Many cancer patients experience severe fatigue because of the stress on their body from the disease burden and the intense treatments they’re going through. Unfortunately, there aren’t effective therapies available to help curb this fatigue and improve quality of life. The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center recently released a pilot study looking at the combination of exercise and dexamethasone to help with cancer-related fatigue.