While amyloidosis is not cancer, it is sometimes treated with standards of “cancer-combat” care, and people with multiple myeloma – a blood cancer that begins in the bone marrow – may be at a higher risk for developing amyloidosis.
“I realized that, instead of holding onto my negative feelings, I could turn it into something positive by giving back to people going through cancer just like John did.”
Cancer vaccines are different in that they can be used for both prevention and treatment, and use the body’s immune system to find and fight off cells that shouldn’t be there.
In May, National Cancer Research Month, we reflect on the ways we can continue to shake off cancer’s grasp by pioneering advancements in prevention, detection and treatment.
For many of us, welcoming the warm summer months means firing up the grill. Whether it’s a weeknight dinner or entertaining for a summer gathering, there are many delicious options for backyard barbeque this season!