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November 15: The Week in Cancer News
Complications can affect men years after prostate cancer treatment, and many people eligible for lung cancer screening do not get it.
by Kevin McLaughlin
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Financial Screenings for People with Cancer
Cancer patients say they want to be asked about their financial needs on a regular basis.
by Pamela Appea
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November 8: The Week in Cancer News
Early initiation of palliative care leads to fewer hospital admissions, and surgery that removes fewer lymph nodes is effective for localized muscle-invasive bladder cancer.
by Marci A. Landsmann
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November 1: The Week in Cancer News
Long-term monitoring can catch side effects in childhood cancer survivors, and breast cancer screening rates remain low among transgender people.
by Thomas Celona
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October 25: The Week in Cancer News
Asian American and Pacific Islander women face rising rates of early-onset breast cancer, and the risk for dying of COVID-19 is twice as high in people living with cancer.
by Eric Fitzsimmons
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Let Me Tell You a Story About the Power of Medical Research
Ten-year-old Michael Methner told his story about being diagnosed with optic nerve glioma at the AACR’s Rally for Medical Research.
by Cancer Research Catalyst
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October 18: The Week in Cancer News
Immunotherapy lowers risk of side effects in advanced lymphoma, and an extra course of chemotherapy improves survival in cervical cancer.
by Marci A. Landsmann
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Aggressive Approach to Very Advanced Cancer Does Not Extend Survival
Study shows no benefit from treatment for cancers at very advanced stages of progression. Researchers urge end-of-life planning for these patients.
by Kyle Bagenstose
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October 11: The Week in Cancer News
Expanded dependent coverage improves cancer outcomes in young adults, and breast cancer treatment can lead to faster cell aging.
by Kevin McLaughlin
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The Affordable Care Act’s Impact on Access to Cancer Care
A study at the AACR Cancer Health Disparities Conference found more people got quality cancer care after the ACA went into effect.
by Cancer Research Catalyst
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