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Online Second Opinions
More than half of patients who participated in a program offering online second opinions were recommended a change to their treatment plan.
by Eric Fitzsimmons
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March 28: The Week in Cancer News
New prostate cancer surgery approach can prevent sexual side effects, and some people with esophageal cancer may be able to avoid surgery.
by Thomas Celona
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Musical Toxicity an Effect of Cancer Treatment
Study finding cancer treatment affects ability to play or sing music highlights need for physical therapy, experts say.
by Kyle Bagenstose
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March 21: The Week in Cancer News
Cooling and compression help manage common side effect of chemotherapy, and deadlines encourage people to complete colorectal cancer screening.
by Marci A. Landsmann
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Treatment Lags Behind Guidelines for Many Men With Prostate Cancer
Guidelines for treating advanced prostate cancer changed in 2017, but a recent study indicated many patients were not being treated accordingly.
by Laura Gesualdi Gilmore
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March 14: The Week in Cancer News
Pickleball encourages more activity in cancer survivors, and urine test detects aggressive prostate cancer.
by Kevin McLaughlin
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March 7: The Week in Cancer News
HPV vaccine credited for 80% drop in lesions that can lead to cervical cancer, and FDA approves targeted therapy for esophageal cancer.
by Thomas Celona
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Treating HER2-ultralow Breast Cancer
FDA approval expands treatment options for people with metastatic breast cancer that expresses minimal levels of HER2.
by Sandra Gordon
Cancer Talk
Family of Henrietta Lacks Works for ‘Health Intelligence’
Alfred Lacks Carter Jr. and other family members honor the legacy of Henrietta Lacks by helping others better understand their health care.
by Kevin McLaughlin
Researchers Tackle Immune-related Adverse EffectsScientists present data on the risks of immune checkpoint inhibitors so more patients can tap into the treatment.
by Marci A. Landsmann
Tissue and Liquid Biopsy for Targeted TherapyTailored treatments led to better outcomes than standard of care when biomarker results from liquid biopsy and tumor tissue aligned.
by Eric Fitzsimmons
Cancer Vaccines Show Promise in Early TrialsWhile mRNA vaccines offer a personalized approach to triggering an immune response, peptide vaccines could be a one-size-fits-all treatment. Researchers are exploring both options.
by Thomas Celona