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Forward Look
A Less Radical ApproachSome women with early-stage cervical cancer may be able to receive simple hysterectomy, which reduces the risk of complications.
by Thomas Celona
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Forward Look
Ultrasound Device Opens Blood-brain BarrierAn implantable device, along with an infusion of microbubbles, helps increase chemotherapy concentrations for brain cancer.
by Eric Fitzsimmons
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Forward Look
The Lasting Benefit of Immune Checkpoint InhibitorsStudy suggests people with advanced lung cancer who have a sustained response to immunotherapy can safely stop treatment after two years.
by Lindsay Modglin
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Moving the Needle on Metastatic Breast CancerMetastatic breast cancer remains incurable, but researchers’ understanding of the molecular features of the disease is leading to additional treatments.
by Erin O’Donnell
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Survivor Profile
A Can-Do SpiritNavy veteran and two-time cancer survivor Bruce Wright helps other veterans secure benefits for their health conditions.
by Lindsey Konkel Neabore
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Progress in Rare CancersWith the rise of patient-driven research and registries, scientists are making advances in understanding, diagnosing and treating many of the least common cancer types.
by Kendall K. Morgan
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Sound Advice
How can my child balance cancer treatment and school?Figure out your child's goals, and then work with school staff to develop a plan.
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Patient Advocates as Research PartnersSpeakers at SABCS discuss how people who have lived with breast cancer can be valuable partners in research.
by Eric Fitzsimmons
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Understanding Side Effects and the Patient ExperienceResearchers focus on assessing quality of life and toxicity risks in people with breast cancer.
by Thomas Celona
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Addressing Social Determinants of HealthSpeakers at SABCS discuss measuring and meeting social factors that affect the health and outcomes of breast cancer patients.
by Kevin McLaughlin
Screening mammography reports will include breast density and an explanation in common language.
by Sandra Gordon
Making Cancer a Family AffairInstead of hiding details of her metastatic breast cancer diagnosis from her children, Michelle Audoin opened the door for clear expectations and frank conversations.
by Michelle Audoin
Advocacy After LossFollowing her son’s death from peripheral T-cell lymphoma, Sandy McHugh keeps his memory alive through Jake’s Dragon Foundation.
by Thomas Celona
Telehealth Palliative Care Provides the Same Benefits as In-person CareResearchers hope effective telehealth will increase access to palliative care for more cancer patients.
by Taneia Surles
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AACR Grant Propels Progress in Immunotherapy ResearchA grant from the American Association for Cancer Research (AACR) helped Marco Ruella, MD, develop a new approach to immunotherapy.
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Self-screening for Cancer: Home Sweet HomeNew cervical cancer self-screening options and a portable blood test device could lead to changes in at-home cancer screening.
Alexis Browning
