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Risk Reduction, Clinical Trials Are Focus of Atlanta Community Event
Cancer researchers, patient advocates and community members gathered for a public forum presented by the American Association for Cancer Research.
by Kevin McLaughlin
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March 29: The Week in Cancer News
Jury awards damages to man who says Roundup caused his cancer, the FDA proposes national standards for breast density notifications, and a physician questions whether patients with impaired renal function should avoid contrast-enhanced scans.
by Marci A. Landsmann
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Sharing Knowledge, Building Community
The executive editor of Cancer Today previews the new issue.
by Kevin McLaughlin
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What Not to Say to a Cancer Patient
When visiting a friend or family member who is sick, it's good to leave platitudes at the door.
by Michael Gavaghen
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March 22: The Week in Cancer News
A study suggests that 3-D mammograms may reduce unnecessary biopsies, and the U.S. Food and Drug Administration issues warnings to breast implant companies.
by Kate Yandell
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March 15: The Week in Cancer News
NCI director steps in as FDA commissioner, new guidelines on clinical trial eligibility, and health risks for childhood cancer survivors.
by Bradley Jones
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First Immunotherapy Approved for Breast Cancer
Medical oncologist Leisha A. Emens discusses the significance of the first U.S. Food and Drug Administration approval of an immunotherapy treatment for breast cancer.
by Anna Azvolinsky
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March 8: The Week in Cancer News
FDA Commissioner Scott Gottlieb resigns, an analysis explores patient advocacy groups' financial ties, and Alex Trebek announces he has pancreatic cancer.
by Marci A. Landsmann
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Holding Off on Treatment
Patients diagnosed with low-risk prostate cancer are increasingly opting against immediate surgery or radiation in favor of regularly monitoring their disease.
by Jon Kelvey
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March 1: The Week in Cancer News
A blood test for tumor mutations shows promise as an option for lung cancer patients, and the U.S. Food and Drug Administration expresses concern about robotically-assisted cancer surgery.
by Kate Yandell
Cancer Talk
Targeted Therapy Improves Pancreatic Cancer Survival
A recently approved drug that targets RAS proteins meaningfully improves outcomes for people with this difficult-to-treat cancer.
by Sandra Gordon
Bring On the WavesA surfer’s love for the ocean guides her through breast cancer treatment and beyond.
by Cameron Walker
Does Exercise Benefit Children With Cancer?New guidelines recommend children and adolescents with cancer get regular physical activity to mitigate side effects from treatment.
by Erin O’Donnell
Can the CYP2D6 Gene Affect Tamoxifen’s Effectiveness?A recent analysis examined whether CYP2D6 metabolism influences tamoxifen response. The answer isn’t entirely clear.
by Ashley P. Taylor
