Fall 2017 Vol. 07 Issue 03
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From the Editor-in-Chief
Metabolism and Cancer
Can cancer's dependence on sugar help researchers find new targets to treat the disease?
by William G. Nelson, MD, PhD
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Your Cancer Guide
Clinical Trial Considerations
Learn what questions to ask before participating in a study.
by Hester Hill Schnipper
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Caregiving With Confidence
The Dangers of Caring Too Much
Shifting some responsibilities may empower your loved one and strengthen your relationship.
by Aimee Swartz
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Breaking Down a Cancer Diagnosis
During her husband's treatment for metastatic prostate cancer, Jan Manarite learned what questions to ask. Now she shares what she learned with others.
by Marci A. Landsmann
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Cancer Control in the Community
Successful public health initiatives to prevent, detect and treat cancer require widespread community participation.
by Marci A. Landsmann
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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
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Scholarships for Survivors
Cancer survivor creates scholarship fund for young adult cancer survivors.
by Lindsey Konkel
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Vaccines: Looking Within for Cancer Treatment
Researchers are testing treatment vaccines that spur the immune system to attack cancer.
by Stephen Ornes
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Advocacy in Action
Fearless Friends
Lori Marx-Rubiner and AnneMarie Ciccarella met on social media and grew close through their cancer research advocacy.
by Sue Rochman
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In The Moment
Wanda Huskins, Renee Soriano, Holly Hamer.
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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