Monthly Archives: July 2018

Chemotherapy can prolong a person’s life, and potentially rid them of cancer. Side effects are unpredictable and depend on the type of chemo drug a person is using. Illness, easy bruising or bleeding, and hair loss are some of the most common side effects. Other common side effects include: nausea and vomiting neuropathy trouble breathing [...]

Immunotherapy has become an increasingly available and vital cancer treatment option in recent years. Many patients learning about immunotherapy want to know: how does immunotherapy compare to chemotherapy? What are the main differences between the two treatments? When should I choose immunotherapy vs. chemotherapy? To answer these pressing questions, the Cancer Research Institute created a [...]