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Second DCIS Diagnoses May Not Be Related to Initial Lesion
DNA sequencing found that in many cases when DCIS recurred, the lesion was unrelated to the first diagnosis, raising questions about how to best treat recurrence.
by Eric Fitzsimmons
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How COVID-19 Changed Cancer Care
A new report from the American Association for Cancer Research explores how the COVID-19 pandemic affected cancer patients, researchers and care providers.
by Eric Fitzsimmons
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Need a Ride?
Cancer center expands pilot program to provide transportation for patients to get to appointments.
by Karen Blum
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Cancer, On and Off Stage
Erin Cronican, who has stage IV breast cancer, plays the lead role of a professor diagnosed with metastatic ovarian cancer in the New York City production of Wit.
by Pamela Rafalow Grossman
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Acknowledging the Stress of Cancer
A patient advocate session at the San Antonio Breast Cancer Symposium offered practical tips for dealing with cancer.
by Marci A. Landsmann
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2021: The Year in Cancer News
The Cancer Today editorial staff selects some of the most impactful reporting and essays of 2021.
by Cancer Today Staff
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Telling Your Children About Your Advanced Cancer Diagnosis
Providing age-appropriate information can help children process your diagnosis and ask questions.
by Lorna Collier
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Improving Your Diet One Plate at a Time
The New American Plate suggests gradual changes to build healthier eating habits.
by Jon Kelvey
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Cooking Demos for Cancer Survivors
Culinary medicine translates the science of nutrition into the art of cooking.
by Jen Tota McGivney
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Forward Look
Understanding Sunscreen Recalls
Small amounts of benzene have been found in products from major sunscreen brands.
by Bradley Jones
Cancer Talk
New studies find that electronic cigarettes trail other methods in helping people quit smoking, but they are growing in popularity among teens.
by Teresa Bergen
A Look at Disparities Across Cancer CareA new AACR report tracks progress in addressing cancer health disparities and identifies work that still needs to be done.
by Eric Fitzsimmons
Credit Agencies to Remove Some Medical Debt From ReportsChanges to what medical debt is included in credit reports could give patients more time to resolve outstanding bills.
by Karon Warren
The Mental Toll of a Cancer DiagnosisNew studies shine a light on the effects of a cancer diagnosis on mental health and suicide risk.
by Pamela Rafalow Grossman
From the AACR
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Using Lymphocytes to Attack Tumors
Sooner rather than later may be the best strategy for using an experimental treatment for advanced melanoma.
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Closing Disparities Through Genetic Testing
Olufunmilayo Olopade seeks widespread use of testing to encourage prevention and early detection of deadly cancers.
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AACR and AACI Collaborate to Advocate for Cancer Research Funding
Federal funding could help cancer centers rebuild from the devastating effects of the pandemic.
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