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Missed Activities Due to Cancer-related Fatigue and Depression
Women 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
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Immunotherapy Improves Results in Head and Neck Cancer
Combining an immune checkpoint inhibitor with standard care extended event-free survival by nearly two years.
by Thomas Celona
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Federal Support for Cancer Research Takes the Stage at AACR Annual Meeting
Scientists and former administrators gather for session focused on advocating for cancer research in uncertain times.
by Kevin McLaughlin
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Controlling Cancer Without Surgery
Immunotherapy can induce a complete response in some people with mismatch repair-deficient cancers with solid tumors.
by Thomas Celona
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Alleviating Skin Side Effects in Colorectal Cancer
A clinical trial finds a topical gel can decrease acneiform rash and improve quality of life in people being treated for colorectal cancer.
by Thomas Celona
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April 25: The Week in Cancer News
People with metabolic syndrome may have elevated risk for breast cancer mortality, and immunotherapy keeps lung cancer at bay even after discontinuing treatment.
by Thomas Celona
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At-home Prostate Cancer Test May Help Some Men Avoid Biopsy
The test, which analyzes urine for 18 cancer-specific genes, ruled out the need for biopsy in men with elevated PSA without a digital rectal exam.
by Sandra Gordon
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April 18: The Week in Cancer News
Gaps in goals-of-care discussions may harm young adults with cancer, and 1 in 6 participants in phase II trials get treatments that are eventually approved by the FDA.
by Marci A. Landsmann
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April 11: The Week in Cancer News
NIH layoffs delay research benefiting cancer patients, and celebrity cancer news is often missing important information.
by Kevin McLaughlin
Cancer Talk
AACR Annual Meeting 2025
Immunotherapies, cancer vaccines and more from Cancer Today’s coverage of the AACR Annual Meeting 2025.
Redefining Cancer SurvivorshipAs people with advanced disease live longer, they face physical and mental health side effects. Patient advocates say research and care must focus on their unique needs.
by Thomas Celona
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