We have all celebrated ‘first Christmases’ in our lives. A child’s first, a married couples’ first, the first in a new house, and even a pet’s first. But the first Christmas with cancer? Now that’s another story.

Resuming work after cancer surgery or the start of cancer therapy can be a tough time for both the patient and employer. Know what to expect, and how to deal with it.

More often found in older people - patients and their family members need answers about the symptoms, treatment and prognosis of this type of bone marrow cancer.

Suffering from cachexia – wasting syndrome – is one of the more serious flip sides of cancer. There are many reasons why this condition occurs, and plenty of advice on how to fight it.

Being one of the rare cancers, voice box cancer – also known as squamous or larynx cancer - more often affects smokers. If you act quickly on certain symptoms, you can save your voice!

It is of utmost importance for cancer patients and their physicians to give high priority to the management of pain. Know the facts, and stop being reluctant to pain barriers!

Being one of the rarer forms of cancer – Thyroid Neoplasm (thyroid cancer) often gets overlooked. Although less than 2% of thyroid cancers can be fatal, it is – like any other cancer, a tough battle to fight. Being more aware of your thyroid can save you from this ordeal.

Being one of the number one choices in preventing cancer – what can Vitamin C do/not do for you when you’re already fighting the fight?

Not giving Vitamin D a second thought? This is a reminder of the importance of Vitamin D as a tool in the fight against cancer.

When hearing the devastating news that someone's battle with cancer is too hard to conquer - the people most affected are relatives and close friends. There are ways to soften the trauma for all involved.