FROM THE EDITOR-IN-CHIEF CAR-T Cells: ‘Bionic’ Immune Cells for Treating Cancer CAR-T cells are being rebuilt to kill cancer cells. by William G. Nelson, MD, PhD Predicting Acute Myeloid Leukemia Two studies identify genetic mutations that could predict the risk of an aggressive blood cancer up to a decade before it is diagnosed. by Anna Azvolinsky Challenges Remain for Kids With Cancer More children are being treated successfully for cancer. Yet researchers continue searching for new therapies that will help kids who don't respond to standard treatments. by Cameron Walker Survivor Profile Putting Her Armor On An acute myeloid leukemia survivor and former TV news reporter finds a new reason to help others improve their health. by Jennifer Walker Treatment Is Waiting For patients with chronic blood cancers, the early intervention mantra of cancer does not always apply. by Sue Rochman Yesterday & Today Improbable Champion Susan Butcher won Alaska's grueling Iditarod dog-sled race four times. Her 2005 leukemia diagnosis marked the beginning of her greatest challenge. by Jocelyn Selim Yesterday & Today Shining a Light 60 Minutes journalist Ed Bradley tried to “shine a light in a dark corner” through his work, but he kept his long struggle with chronic lymphocytic leukemia private. by Brittany Moya del Pino Forward Look When the Cancer Doctor Gets Cancer Q & A with breast surgeon Susan Love on her new role: cancer survivor. by Betty Russell The Power of One A cancer survivor reflects on the stranger who gave him a second chance at life. by Robert Henslin Cancer Talk October 12: The Week in Cancer News A study sheds light on the difficulty patients have in accessing their medical records, and the U.S. Food and Drug Administration expands approval of the human papillomavirus vaccine. by Kate Yandell October 5: The Week in Cancer News Cancer immunology researchers are awarded a Nobel Prize, and a seventh immune checkpoint inhibitor is approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. by Kate Yandell Why I Put Down My Camera A professional photographer shares advice on living in the moment after caring for his father, who had stage IV lung cancer. by Jay Perry Vaccinating Against Cancer The human papillomavirus vaccine can significantly cut recipients’ risk of several types of cancer. So why are vaccination rates relatively low in the U.S.? by Brad Jones More Posts