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Seasonal Shot Strategies
Researchers find that patients with cancer who are severely immunocompromised may benefit from a more frequent seasonal vaccine schedule.
by Sandra Gordon
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October 20: The Week in Cancer News
Immunotherapy drug approved as pre- and post-surgery treatment for non-small cell lung cancer, and bladder cancer patients who respond to chemotherapy and immunotherapy can forgo surgery.
by Thomas Celona
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Increasing Diversity in Clinical Trials
Researchers share approaches for improving participation among underrepresented groups at AACR conference.
by Thomas Celona
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Planning for the Return Home After Surgery
Experts suggest patients prepare for home recovery before surgery to help maintain some control.
by Coeli Carr
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October 13: The Week in Cancer News
Rising prevalence of non-melanoma skin cancer leads to more deaths across the globe, and siblings of cancer patients struggle to ask for help.
by Eric Fitzsimmons
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Making Treatment Decisions
It’s not always clear what to do when cancer progresses. Abigail Johnston shares how she has approached treatment decisions since her metastatic breast cancer diagnosis in 2017.
by Abigail M. Johnston
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October 6: The Week in Cancer News
Minority groups less likely to receive palliative care, and radiation oncology meeting focuses on shorter radiation courses.
by Marci A. Landsmann
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Fixing Systems, Building Trust
The AACR Conference on the Science of Cancer Health Disparities in Racial/Ethnic Minorities and the Medically Underserved explores efforts needed to address inequities in care and outcomes.
by Eric Fitzsimmons
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Accelerating and Improving Drug Discovery
Forum for patient advocates explores how researchers are working to develop cancer treatments in a quicker, more efficient manner.
by Thomas Celona
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September 29: The Week in Cancer News
Cancer drug shortages affect pediatric care, and ‘power dynamics’ limit women’s access to cancer care globally.
by Kevin McLaughlin
Cancer Talk
Improving Communication for Deaf Cancer Patients
After a cancer diagnosis, people who are deaf or have hearing problems can struggle if accommodations don’t meet their communication needs.
by Eric Fitzsimmons
Is Immunotherapy Right for People Hospitalized With Advanced Cancer?Researchers find no evidence that immune checkpoint inhibitors benefit cancer patients getting inpatient care. They urge earlier consideration of palliative care.
by Kyle Bagenstose
Celebrity Cancer Stories Can Lack Important InformationNews coverage about public figures facing cancer frequently leaves out key details about the diagnosis and fails to provide background information on cancer.
by Laura Gesualdi Gilmore
AACR Annual Meeting 2025Immunotherapies, cancer vaccines and more from Cancer Today’s coverage of the AACR Annual Meeting 2025.