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Many People Don’t Get Colonoscopy After Receiving Abnormal Blood Tests
About half of people who receive abnormal results from colorectal cancer screening tests don’t follow up with a colonoscopy.
by Laura Gesualdi Gilmore
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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
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Treatment Combination Improves Survival in Platinum-resistant Ovarian Cancer
Preliminary results found that combining relacorilant with nab-paclitaxel improved outcomes for women with advanced ovarian cancer.
by Sandra Gordon
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CAR T-cell Therapy Shows Response in Rare Brain Cancer
Potential new approach to treating diffuse intrinsic pontine glioma uses engineered immune cells infused directly to the brain.
by Taneia Surles
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Technology’s Changing Role in Cancer Care
Experts explain how artificial intelligence, nanotechnology and decentralized care are poised to improve research, detection and treatment.
by Thomas Celona
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Immunotherapy for Early-stage Gastric Cancer
‘Practice-changing’ research shows adding immunotherapy before and after surgery reduced recurrences for early-stage gastric cancer.
by Laura Gesualdi Gilmore
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Physical Activity Linked to Lower Colon Cancer Recurrence
Participating in a structured exercise program after treatment was associated with a reduced risk of recurrence in people who had colon cancer.
by Sandra Gordon
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Gaps in Survivorship Care Leave Unmet Needs After Cancer Treatment
A survey of head and neck cancer survivors reveals that many are not getting adequate survivorship care and may not even know it is available.
by Cameron Walker
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Improving Communication for Deaf Cancer Patients
After a cancer diagnosis, people who are deaf or have hearing problems can struggle if accommodations don’t meet their communication needs.
by Eric Fitzsimmons
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Is Immunotherapy Right for People Hospitalized With Advanced Cancer?
Researchers find no evidence that immune checkpoint inhibitors benefit cancer patients getting inpatient care. They urge earlier consideration of palliative care.
by Kyle Bagenstose
Cancer Talk
Many People Don’t Get Colonoscopy After Receiving Abnormal Blood Tests
About half of people who receive abnormal results from colorectal cancer screening tests don’t follow up with a colonoscopy.
by Laura Gesualdi Gilmore
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