A genetic counselor discusses how genetic testing can help guide treatment decisions as well as inform preventive measures.

A genetic counselor discusses the impact of these mutations and the importance of collecting family histories.

The benefits outweigh the risks in locations with lower rates of the virus, experts say.

The terms can be confusing — advanced cancer, metastatic cancer, late-stage cancer, stage 4 cancer, secondary cancer, recurrent cancer.

One Michigan woman offers some practical advice for patients with advanced cancer, their family and friends.