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Tissue and Liquid Biopsy for Targeted Therapy
Tailored treatments led to better outcomes than standard of care when biomarker results from liquid biopsy and tumor tissue aligned.
by Eric Fitzsimmons
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Cancer Vaccines Show Promise in Early Trials
While 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
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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
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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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Forward Look
Controlling Cancer Without SurgeryImmunotherapy can induce a complete response in some people with mismatch repair-deficient cancers.
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
Cancer Talk
Can Steroids Impair Immunotherapy for Cancer?
A new study suggests steroids could blunt the effects of some immunotherapies, but researchers say they remain necessary for some patients.
by Kyle Bagenstose
Treatment Combination Improves Survival in Platinum-resistant Ovarian CancerPreliminary results found that combining relacorilant with nab-paclitaxel improved outcomes for women with advanced ovarian cancer.
by Sandra Gordon
CAR T-cell Therapy Shows Response in Rare Brain CancerPotential new approach to treating diffuse intrinsic pontine glioma uses engineered immune cells infused directly to the brain.
by Taneia Surles
Technology’s Changing Role in Cancer CareExperts explain how artificial intelligence, nanotechnology and decentralized care are poised to improve research, detection and treatment.
by Thomas Celona