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Family of Henrietta Lacks Works for ‘Health Intelligence’

Alfred Lacks Carter Jr. and other family members honor the legacy of Henrietta Lacks by helping others better understand their health care.

by Kevin McLaughlin

Researchers Tackle Immune-related Adverse Effects

Scientists present data on the risks of immune checkpoint inhibitors so more patients can tap into the treatment.

by Marci A. Landsmann

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

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

From the AACR

Inaugural AACR IO Conference Kicks Off With Celebration of Immune Checkpoints

Immune checkpoint icons James Allison and Arlene Sharpe shared their journeys and a look ahead on the opening night of the inaugural AACR IO conference.
A New Resource Provides a Sanctuary for Black TNBC Patients

The Black TNBC Sanctuary was created to help Black women with triple-negative breast cancer get answers about their diagnosis and care.

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Dr. Humberto M. Guiot: Targeting Pancreatic Cancer in a Community-Based Clinical Trial