FAQs for Cancer Patients on the Coronavirus (COVID-19)
…safe from infection. General Information on the Coronavirus (COVID-19) What is a coronavirus? Coronaviruses are part of a large family of viruses that are common in many different species of…
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Pioneering a ‘Staple’ Approach for Treating the Coronavirus (COVID-19)
The wolf at the door is a harmless annoyance compared to the wolf in the house. However dangerous the novel coronavirus is as an infectious agent, it can’t do any…
Dana-Farber Patient Recovering Well After Cancer and the Coronavirus
Pam Dobay is a warrior. In the last three years, the 67-year-old has dealt with a cancer diagnosis and stem cell transplant before recently contracting the coronavirus. None of it…
What are the Symptoms of the Coronavirus (COVID-19)?
The coronavirus (COVID-19) is a respiratory virus that can be easily spread from person to person. Currently, COVID-19 can be difficult to identify because it shares many symptoms with the…
Childhood Cancer Patients and the Coronavirus: Common Questions Answered
How does a person get coronavirus? Coronavirus is spread primarily by exposure to respiratory droplets that are generated when an infected individual coughs or sneezes. If these droplets come in contact…
Tips for Keeping Your Mind Healthy and Active in the Time of the Coronavirus (COVID-19)
The coronavirus pandemic has brought sweeping changes to many of our daily routines and social interactions. It’s important to remember that the emotions you feel during this time are normal,…
Grieving During the Coronavirus: Advice From a Clinical Psychologist
The coronavirus pandemic has upended our lives and routines in recent weeks, generating fear, uncertainty, and anxiety. Coping with this disruption — adjusting to staying home, working remotely, and distancing…
Tips for Getting Through Isolation From a Cancer Survivor
When Rosemary Fischer gets calls from friends and family complaining about the challenges of staying home during the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, she is always ready with a good-natured response. “Wait,…
An Ode to Community During Cancer and Coronavirus
My journey with cancer began in February 2015 at the age of 24. My primary care doctor felt a lump in my left breast and life suddenly shifted from…
How Cancer Researchers Are Working to Help Fight MERS Virus
Middle East Respiratory Syndrome (MERS), a viral respiratory illness has been in the news a lot lately. MERS, first detected in Saudia Arabia in 2012, is caused by a coronavirus…
How to Fully Utilize Your Pantry Supplies
Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), some grocery stores have been overwhelmed by people looking to stock up on supplies. Individuals are also increasingly encouraged to practice social distancing and self-quarantine….
Tips for Exercising at Home to Cope with Stress
…with cancer look to exercise to help them cope with the stress of their diagnosis and treatment. In light of the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, patients and their loved ones may…
Dana-Farber Clinical Research Stays on Track During COVID-19
The resilience shown by cancer care providers during the coronavirus crisis is in equal supply among those involved in clinical research. The strict protocols associated with these studies — rules…
I’m A Cancer Patient. Is It Safe to Still Get Treatment During COVID-19?
…if you are experiencing any symptoms associated with COVID-19, you should report them right away. Even if you have a confirmed case of the coronavirus, there are measures in place…
Should I Get Screened for Cancer During COVID-19?
Many people skipped or delayed routine cancer screening tests during the early months of the coronavirus pandemic. Medical providers say it’s now safe and prudent to schedule your appointments. “If…
What Does a Breast Lump Feel Like?
…it is impossible to tell by touch whether a lump is cancer. Always seek medical attention – even during the coronavirus pandemic “The key point is that a woman should…
What Does It Mean to Be Immunocompromised?
Immunocompromised individuals are potentially at a higher risk for severe illness from the coronavirus, or COVID-19, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). We’re here to help…
Institute Researchers at Forefront of Development of Antibody Therapy for COVID-19
…antibody therapy for MERS (Middle East Respiratory Syndrome), which spread from Saudi Arabia to a range of other countries. Like COVID-19, both SARS and MERS are caused by coronaviruses, a…
Focus is On Safety and Solidarity For Cancer Patients During COVID-19
Gina Solomon was in her office on March 10, worrying about the growing coronavirus pandemic, when the phone rang with news that quickly and dramatically shifted her concerns. Solomon, 55,…
Mucosal Melanoma Patient Refuses to Let Her Rare Diagnosis Dictate Her Life
…originally coming every two weeks, her appointments have been moved to once a month due to the coronavirus pandemic. She is still able to receive the lifesaving care she needs,…