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Cancer Patients Who Quit Smoking, Even Years After Diagnosis, Live Longer
Findings from a recent study support smoking cessation after diagnosis, with the most pronounced effect in those who received treatment within six months of diagnosis.
by Kyle Bagenstose
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Delaying Treatment Resistance
Adding a CDK 4/6 inhibitor extends progression-free survival for people with metastatic HR-positive, HER2-positive breast cancer.
by Thomas Celona
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2024: The Year in Cancer News
The Cancer Today editors share the most impactful reporting on cancer research from 2024.
by Cancer Today staff
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From the Editor-in-Chief
A New Treatment for Some Brain TumorsA recently approved therapy targets abnormal enzymes produced by gene defects.
by William G. Nelson, MD, PhD
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Forward Look
Stem Cell Transplant Rates Decrease for LymphomaMore patients are receiving CAR T-cell therapy for large B-cell lymphoma.
by Leah Lawrence
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Forward Look
Rethinking Cancer Drug DosesResearchers and patients push to move away from maximum tolerated dose in research.
by Natalie Slivinski
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Reducing the Burden of Radiation
Shorter courses of more intense radiation therapy mean fewer visits and less cost for patients. Studies show abbreviated treatments are just as effective as longer courses.
by Stephen Ornes
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Making Their Mark
With targeted therapy options available for a growing number of cancer types, biomarker testing is making a difference for more people with solid cancers.
by Kendall K. Morgan
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Cancer Care for Older Adults
Geriatric assessments can help physicians and older patients choose effective treatments with fewer side effects.
by Eric Fitzsimmons
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Q&A
Solving a Medical MysteryJournalist Lawrence Ingrassia traces the scientific history of a genetic disorder that predisposes families like his to cancer.
by Thomas Celona
Cancer Talk
Why I Participated in a Clinical Trial
When doctors told Yvonne McLean Florence she was eligible to participate in a research trial testing an experimental drug, she joined. She wants more people to have the same opportunity.
by Yvonne McLean Florence
Targeted Therapy Improves Pancreatic Cancer SurvivalA recently approved drug that targets RAS proteins meaningfully improves outcomes for people with this difficult-to-treat cancer.
by Sandra Gordon
Bring On the WavesA surfer’s love for the ocean guides her through breast cancer treatment and beyond.
by Cameron Walker
Does Exercise Benefit Children With Cancer?New guidelines recommend children and adolescents with cancer get regular physical activity to mitigate side effects from treatment.
by Erin O’Donnell
