Lymph nodes, hundreds of small structures located throughout the body, play a pivotal role in immunity, including anti-tumor immune responses. White blood cells, also known as lymphocytes, reside in ...

A team of researchers, led by the Peter Doherty Institute for Infection and Immunity (Doherty Institute), explored the cellular and molecular interactions revealing how lymph nodes play a crucial role ...

Stage 3 non-small cell lung cancer has spread to nearby tissues and lymph nodes but not to more distant tissues. Most people with this stage have lung cancer symptoms. Treatment can depend on several ...

Sentinel lymph node biopsy has replaced traditional axillary dissection, minimizing lymphedema risk in breast cancer surgery. The procedure targets the first draining lymph nodes, reducing unnecessary ...

Dear Dr. Douma: A few weeks ago, both my kids and I caught colds and got lumps forming in our necks. These were painful, but otherwise didn't seem to cause any problems. Now the lumps have gone away ...

“Many confounding factors in real life—including lifestyle, UV exposure, occupational hazards, and immune status—can influence cancer risk,” says Tung. “As with many environmental exposures, ...

A daughter’s cancer journey shows that survivorship is filled with constant waiting—from tests and treatment to life ...