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Exploring a New Frontier
AACR patient advocate forum addresses developments in cancer early detection tests.
by Thomas Celona
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October 14: The Week in Cancer News
Colonoscopy study results are misreported, and progress is seen in cancer vaccines.
by Kevin McLaughlin
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Forward Look
A New Breast Cancer SubtypeClinical trial results are changing care for people with metastatic breast cancer that expresses low levels of HER2 protein.
by Kris Conner
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October 7: The Week in Cancer News
Transportation barriers increase risk of death for people with cancer, and new rules go into effect to give patients full access to medical records.
by Marci A. Landsmann
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Cancer and Alcohol
Lowering and increasing alcohol consumption is associated with changes in cancer risk.
by Teresa Bergen
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September 30: The Week in Cancer News
Firefighters face increased cancer risk due to exposure to ‘forever chemicals,’ and cancer-related fatigue can put breast cancer survivors at risk for falls.
by Thomas Celona
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Grapefruit: The Healthy Fruit With a Potentially Dangerous Downside
The health benefits of grapefruit are well known, but cancer patients should be aware of potentially harmful interactions it can have with common medicines.
by Anne Danahy
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September 23: The Week in Cancer News
AACR Cancer Progress Report 2022 shows continued decline in cancer death rates, and genetic tests create opportunities but also confusion for breast cancer patients.
by Eric Fitzsimmons
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Thinking Outside the Clinic
Researchers highlight need for outreach and educational programs to address survivorship disparities.
by Thomas Celona
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Cultural Competence in the Community
Researchers describe their efforts to understand and improve cancer screening and treatment among underserved populations.
by Kevin McLaughlin
Cancer Talk
Declining Breast Cancer Mortality in Younger Women
U.S. breast cancer deaths declined for women ages 20 to 49, which researchers credit to wider screening and better treatment.
by Kevin McLaughlin
Missed Activities Due to Cancer-related Fatigue and DepressionWomen were more likely than men to have fatigue or depression linked to cancer, and both effects were linked to people withdrawing from physical activities.
by Eric Fitzsimmons
Immunotherapy Improves Results in Head and Neck CancerCombining an immune checkpoint inhibitor with standard care extended event-free survival by nearly two years.
by Thomas Celona
Federal Support for Cancer Research Takes the Stage at AACR Annual MeetingScientists and former administrators gather for session focused on advocating for cancer research in uncertain times.
by Kevin McLaughlin