I used AI to understand my mother’s rare stage 4 cancer and advocate for her when doctors wouldn’t.

I used AI to understand my mother's rare stage 4 cancer and advocate for her when doctors wouldn't.

This essay is based on a conversation with Pratik Desai, 34, based in New Jersey. vibe coded tools — then refined using advanced coding tools — to help mothers Navigating Stage 4 Duodenal adenocarcinoma, an advanced cancer that affects the small intestine. His words have been edited for length and clarity. Loading audio narration… I … Read more

Avera’s cancer specialty is a win for patients and physicians

Avera's cancer specialty is a win for patients and physicians

April 2, 2026 This article is sponsored by Avera Health. As oncology research and medicine advance, Avera specializes in cancer care to ensure patients receive the most cutting-edge and personalized care possible. Specialization in cancer treatment involves oncologists becoming experts by focusing on specific types of cancer. Oncologists can specialize through a special interest in … Read more