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From the Editor-in-Chief
Something in the Air: Pollution and CancerAir pollution, both indoors and outdoors, is a leading cause of lung cancer, especially among nonsmokers.
by William G. Nelson, MD, PhD
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Forward Look
Expanding Options in Esophageal CancerResearchers explore adding immunotherapy before surgery to help improve outcomes for people with locally advanced disease.
by Risa Kerslake
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Forward Look
T-cell Receptor Therapy for Synovial SarcomaA new type of T-cell therapy for a rare soft tissue cancer signals progress but also comes with risk.
by Christina Szalinski
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A Stronger Defense
Researchers explore the potential of immune checkpoint inhibitors before surgery to prevent recurrence in several cancers.
by Kendall K. Morgan
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Another Option for Metastatic Prostate Cancer
PSMA-targeted therapy, which delivers radiation directly to cancer cells, provides a new approach for those whose prostate cancer stops responding to other treatments.
by Stephen Ornes
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Survivor Profile
A Champion for Organ TransplantsSince a 2018 liver transplant for her inoperable cancer, Lorrinda Gray-Davis has devoted herself to organ transplant advocacy and outreach.
by Sharon Tregaskis
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Healthy Habits
Calcium CountsAdding calcium-rich foods to your diet may reduce colorectal cancer risk.
by Anne Danahy
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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
Cancer Talk
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
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
Celebrity Cancer Stories Can Lack Important InformationNews coverage about public figures facing cancer frequently leaves out key details about the diagnosis and fails to provide background information on cancer.
by Laura Gesualdi Gilmore
AACR Annual Meeting 2025Immunotherapies, cancer vaccines and more from Cancer Today’s coverage of the AACR Annual Meeting 2025.