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The Week in Cancer News: Infection Effects on Cancer Recurrence
Scientists seek to understand relationship between viral infections and cancer recurrence, and breast cancer survivors seek menopause-symptom relief.
by Marci A. Landsmann
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The Week in Cancer News: Vaccine Research Persists
New studies show cancer vaccine promise despite funding cuts, and researchers identify protein signature that helps predict lung cancer risk.
by Marci A. Landsmann
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The Week in Cancer News: Prolonging Survival in Pancreatic Cancer
A targeted therapy nearly doubles overall survival in metastatic pancreatic cancer, and the FDA approves a bladder cancer treatment.
by Thomas Celona
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The Week in Cancer News: Updated Guidelines in Colorectal Cancer Screening
ACS colorectal cancer screening guideline now includes a blood-based test, and GLP-1 therapies may reduce risk for cancer progression.
by Darlene Dobkowski
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The Week in Cancer News: HER2-targeted Therapy and Blood Clot Prevention
An antibody-drug conjugate is approved to treat early-stage breast cancer, and preventive blood thinners linked to fewer blood clots.
by Eric Fitzsimmons
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Can the CYP2D6 Gene Affect Tamoxifen’s Effectiveness?
A recent analysis examined whether CYP2D6 metabolism influences tamoxifen response. The answer isn’t entirely clear.
by Ashley P. Taylor
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The Week in Cancer News: Cholangiocarcinoma Therapy and Lung Cancer Treatment Rates
The FDA approved a therapy for bile duct cancer, and most older adults with stage IV lung cancer never receive systemic treatment.
by Thomas Celona
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Even Brunch Feels Complicated After a Cancer Diagnosis
Research defines key behaviors for longevity in cancer survivors, but finding the balance between living by the rules and living your life isn’t always straightforward.
by Alexandra Frost
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The Week in Cancer News: Targeting RAS and Thymus Health
Findings signal targeted therapy effectiveness in pancreatic cancer, and new insights into the thymus’s role in cancer and health.
by Eric Fitzsimmons
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Overcoming Barriers to LGBTQ-inclusive Survivorship Care
Transgender and bisexual cancer survivors often face more obstacles to health care than lesbians and gay men.
by Tyler Santora
Cancer Talk
Amanda Peet Discusses Her Lobular Breast Cancer Diagnosis
The ‘Your Friends & Neighbors’ actress explains how her diagnosis challenged many of her assumptions about breast cancer.
by Darlene Dobkowski
Why I Participated in a Clinical TrialWhen doctors told Yvonne McLean Florence she was eligible to participate in a research trial testing an experimental drug, she joined. She wants more people to have the same opportunity.
by Yvonne McLean Florence
Targeted Therapy Improves Pancreatic Cancer SurvivalA recently approved drug that targets RAS proteins meaningfully improves outcomes for people with this difficult-to-treat cancer.
by Sandra Gordon
Bring On the WavesA surfer’s love for the ocean guides her through breast cancer treatment and beyond.
by Cameron Walker
