In a moment, Leah Alvarez went from caring for brain tumor patients to facing her own brain tumor diagnosis.

Read why she chose UT MD Anderson for follow-up glioblastoma treatment: spr.ly/63326B6giLe #EndCancer

Understanding adenoid cystic carcinoma: Symptoms, treatment and outlook Adenoid cystic carcinoma is a rare cancer that is most common in the salivary glands in your head and neck. Adenoid cystic carcinoma is treatable and curable, but it often comes back. Renata Ferrarotto, M.D., shares what to know about adenoid cystic carcinoma and how her research is advancing treatment.

Because adenoid cystic carcinoma is so rare, it’s not uncommon for people to be misdiagnosed.

Our Dr. Renata Ferraroto shares what symptoms you should look for and why getting a correct diagnosis is important: spr.ly/63321B6eF9L #OncSky #EndCancer

Vitamin B12 deficiency: What to know A dietitian shares how to tell if you’re getting enough vitamin B12 and what to do if you suspect a deficiency.

While bacteria in the body make vitamin B12, our bodies can't absorb it. This means we must get vitamin B12 from outside sources.

Dietitian Grace Whitmire shares where to find B12 and how much you need in a day: spr.ly/63325B6dBT7 #OncSky #EndCancer

Rare double-hit leukemia survivor: ‘Go straight to UT MD Anderson’ Jessica Smither thought she only had one type of leukemia when she came to MD Anderson. As it turns out, she had two. Learn how a corrected diagnosis here turned her situation completely around.

"Having two different types of leukemia at the same time is so rare that the first hospital I went to didn’t even know it was possible," recalls Jessica Smither. "But the doctors at UT MD Anderson recognized it right away."

Read her story: spr.ly/63324B6bYrQ #OncSky #EndCancer

Cancerwise Podcast UT MD Anderson's Cancerwise podcast features insights from our experts on cancer diagnosis and treatment, research breakthroughs, and prevention, as well as stories from survivors and caregivers who've faced cancer firsthand.

Finding the right therapist is not one-size-fits-all.

In this Cancerwise podcast episode, learn how to recognize when it may be time to seek support and how to make sure your therapist is the right fit for you: spr.ly/6012B6wUvk #OncSky #EndCancer

Creatine powders and supplements: Should you take one? What is creatine, and is it safe for patients to take as a dietary supplement during cancer treatment? Wellness dietician Lindsey Wohlford explains.

Health claims for taking creatine range from better athletic performance and quicker recovery times to more mental clarity and even anti-aging qualities.

Wellness dietitian Lindsey Wohlford breaks down what the research actually says: spr.ly/63322B6ww4u #OncSky #EndCancer

How to reduce inflammation in the body Inflammation helps the body protect itself from injury, infection and harm. But when it sticks around long-term, it can put you at risk of health concerns. Here are nine habits that can reduce inflammation in the body.

Acute inflammation is a rapid, short-term immune response to injury or infection. But chronic inflammation is linked to serious health problems.

Learn how to reduce your risk: spr.ly/63322B6Xslw #OncSky #EndCancer

Y90-radioembolization radiation therapy for liver cancer patients Results of research from UT MD Anderson recently led to Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approval for the use of SIR-Spheres as a first-line treatment against unresectable and unablatable hepatocellular carcinoma tumors. But it took the right focus on collaboration and team science, coupled with resources, large patient volumes and unique expertise only available at UT MD Anderson for this to become a reality.

Drs. Cheenu Kappadath and Armeen Mahvash have spent much of their careers researching how to help patients with hepatocellular carcinoma live longer — and they recently unlocked a new treatment.

More about this practice-changing work: spr.ly/6016B6n3Qi #OncSky #EndCancer

A targeted therapy plus chemotherapy combination treatment was found to be safe and effective for patients with leptomeningeal metastases from breast cancer in a Phase II trial, led by UT MD Anderson researchers: bit.ly/4bh8Nsl @rkmurthy.bsky.social #EndCancer

Sigmoidoscopy: Purpose, procedure and how it compares to a colonoscopy A sigmoidoscopy is a procedure that doctors use to examine the inside of the rectum and sigmoid colon. Colon and rectal surgeon Craig Messick, M.D., shares what conditions a sigmoidoscopy helps diagnose and why it’s not a replacement for a colonoscopy.

Why would a doctor do a sigmoidoscopy? Do you need bowel prep?

Our Dr. Craig Messick answers these questions and more: spr.ly/63328B6pRor #OncSky #EndCancer

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Stage III triple-negative breast cancer survivor: Pay attention to your body April Harless was diagnosed with stage III triple-negative breast cancer despite having a clean mammogram just six months earlier. Now, she urges all her friends to practice breast awareness.

April Harless found a lump in her breast by chance.

After completing cancer treatment at UT MD Anderson, she shares what she wants others to know: spr.ly/63324B6rDtw #OncSky #EndCancer

Dehydration symptoms: What to look for A dietitian shares dehydration signs and hydration habits that can help you feel your best.

Dehydration is a side effect of some cancer treatments, such as chemotherapy, surgery and radiation.

Dietitian Natalie Carmouche shares symptoms, what to do when you notice them and tips for staying hydrated: spr.ly/63321B6u35b #OncSky #EndCancer

What is Acceptance Commitment Therapy (ACT)? What is Acceptance Commitment Therapy (ACT)? Pain psychologist Grace Kao, Ph.D., explains this framework to help you live a rich, meaningful life, despite persistent hardship.

Chronic pain, cancer treatment side effects or a cancer diagnosis can sometimes make it hard to feel like yourself.

Dr. Grace Kao explains how Acceptance Commitment Therapy helps people focus on what matters most, even during difficult times: spr.ly/63328B6KDHC #OncSky #EndCancer

How digital twins are making cancer surgery safer Researchers are using data science and virtual models, like digital twin technology, to test new surgical technology and workflows before using them on patients.

From robotic lung biopsies to image-guided spine surgery, virtual models are helping to make cancer surgery safer.

Learn how: spr.ly/63327B6zpXB #OncSky #EndCancer

Neurosurgery’s @bettykimmdphd.bsky.social found a way to improve immunotherapy response in glioblastoma models. Learn more about the research to #endcancer at @utmdanderson.bsky.social #oncsky

Dual targeting approach improves immunotherapy response in glioblastoma Dual targeting approach improves immunotherapy response in glioblastoma

New data from UT MD Anderson researchers found that blocking both CD47 and CD24 proteins heightened the immunotherapy response in GBM models.

What's next for this approach: spr.ly/6017B6K8Ah @wenjiang-nano.bsky.social @bettykimmdphd.bsky.social #OncSky #EndCancer

How to cope with cold sensitivity due to chemotherapy Cancer patients who receive the chemotherapy drug oxaliplatin may experience a form of neuropathy called cold dysesthesia, or extreme cold sensitivity. Gastrointestinal medical oncologist Ryan Huey, M.D., shares how to manage this unique side effect.

Some chemotherapy drugs may cause a side effect that can lead to cold sensitivity that makes cold foods, drinks or temperatures uncomfortable.

Dr. Ryan Huey explains how to cope with this side effect during cancer treatment: spr.ly/63321B6yKEv @rwhuey.bsky.social #OncSky #EndCancer

Low testosterone levels may be associated with increased risk of prostate cancer progression during surveillance A new study led by researchers at The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center found that prostate cancer patients with low testosterone levels may have a higher risk of cancer progressing to a more aggressive form while under active surveillance.

Data from a recent study challenges the long-held belief that high testosterone fuels early-stage prostate cancer growth.

Why baseline testosterone may serve as a useful clinical marker to stratify risk of disease progression: spr.ly/6016B6GJNI @justinrgregg.bsky.social #OncSky #EndCancer

Hypertension and cancer: 9 things to know about high blood pressure Does cancer ever cause hypertension? How does high blood pressure affect your treatment? Internist Gloria Iliescu, M.D., answers these and seven other questions.

High blood pressure can affect many parts of the body and may also influence cancer treatment.

Our Dr. Gloria Iliescu explains what hypertension is, why it matters during cancer care and what you can do to manage it: spr.ly/63329B6Dfbh #OncSky #EndCancer

Immunotherapy and colorectal cancer: Where we are and what's ahead Is immunotherapy a treatment option for colorectal cancer patients? Gastrointestinal medical oncologist Scott Kopetz, M.D., Ph.D., shares which patients are benefiting from immune checkpoint inhibitors and discusses the latest research.

Our researchers recently discovered a less common subtype of metastatic colorectal cancer that responds well to immunotherapy.

Dr. Scott Kopetz shares more about the finding and the latest in colorectal cancer research: spr.ly/6016hCyz4 #EndCancer

Methylene blue: Should you take it? Methylene blue is a bright blue dye, but there's more than meets the eye: it also has antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, antidepressant and pain relief properties. To learn more about how it is used in health care, we spoke to Carlos Roldan, M.D.

There are many health claims tied to methylene blue. Not all claims are supported by research.

Dr. Carlos Roldan explains the uses in health care: spr.ly/63326h4cWk #OncSky #EndCancer

Total neoadjuvant therapy: A new era for patients with locally advanced rectal cancer Thanks to clinical trials, treatment for locally advanced rectal cancer has shifted to frontload radiation and chemotherapy before surgery, allowing some patients to forgo surgery all together. Josh Smith, M.D., Ph.D., outlines the progression and what advances are ahead that may benefit patients even more.

The traditional approach for locally advanced rectal cancer has consisted of chemoradiation followed by surgery and chemotherapy once again.

But our Dr. Josh Smith says this has been "turned on its head by recent data." Learn more: spr.ly/63323hCy3J #OncSky #EndCancer

A leukemia survivor’s perspective on aligning care with what matters most When Britt Mayo was diagnosed with chronic lymphocytic leukemia, he worked with his care team to develop a treatment plan that reflected his priorities and preserved his quality of life.

Britt Mayo has become passionate about helping other cancer patients communicate their priorities early and often.

Here, he shares what communication tools that UT MD Anderson offers that make a difference to him: spr.ly/63323hAmcL #OncSky #EndCancer

Annual Report In Fiscal Year 2025, UT MD Anderson advanced its mission to end cancer in ways that are Only Possible Here.

From expanding patient navigation to making lifesaving research breakthroughs, UT MD Anderson redefined what is possible in our mission to end cancer in Fiscal Year 2025.

Read our latest Annual Report to see what’s only possible here: spr.ly/6014h4bWi #EndCancer

Exercise snacks: How to sneak more exercise into your day  What if you didn’t need any special clothing or equipment — or even much time — to derive some benefit from moving your body around? Learn about the benefits of so-called exercise snacks from researchers Karen Basen-Engquist, Ph.D., and Scherezade Mama, Dr.P.H.

Tiny “bites” of physical activity each day that collectively can make a big difference in your overall health and fitness.

Drs. Karen Basen-Engquist and Scherezade Mama explain: spr.ly/63325h2iKU #OncSky #EndCancer

Young adult astrocytoma survivor puts trust in doctors during treatment After she received a brain tumor diagnosis days before her 32nd birthday, Hannah Kahn came to MD Anderson for treatment. She shares how her care team made her feel comfortable and how she’s connected with other cancer patients.

Only a few months into her new marriage and just days before her 32nd birthday, Hannah Kahn was diagnosed with a brain tumor.

Read why she chose MD Anderson for treatment and how she's getting back to her life: spr.ly/63322hvWJw #OncSky #EndCancer

Still remember her texting me that morning asking if I was recording it. Hope you and dad are selling something in a market up above Mom. Credit: WTVT Fox 13 #Heartbroken #EndCancer #StopSmoking

Still has all her segments from that day that I'm working on digitizing. Didn't think I'd be going through those clips like this with her not here. It sucks. - #Heartbroken #EndCancer #StopSmoking

Mom's appearance on Good Day Tampa Bay in August 2021 promoting the now defunct Skyway Mall. The last iteration of my parents business. Mom I'm still waiting for the phone to ring. I'm trying. It hasn't been easy or fun Mom ❤️ - #Heartbroken #EndCancer #StopSmoking