Treatment
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Forward Look
Palliative Care Can Help a Wide Range of PatientsPalliative care can help all cancer patients, not just late-stage ones.
by Yasmine Iqbal
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The Cost of PrescriptionsFinancial factors can influence cancer patients' use of medications
by Kate Yandell
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A New Look for Clinical TrialsMore focused efforts aim to increase the number and type of participants in research studies. One goal is for study participants to be more like the patients who will take the drug if it is approved.
by Sue Rochman
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The Kindest CutBefore undergoing surgery, cancer patients should look for experienced surgeons, get second opinions and ask about the risks and benefits.
by Stephen Ornes
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Going Off-LabelPhysicians are legally permitted to prescribe drugs approved for one purpose to be used for another, a practice called off-label prescribing. The rise of targeted therapies and immunotherapies is creating new challenges for navigating off-label options.
by Kate Yandell
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Choosing a Cancer CenterNCI-designated cancer centers play an important role in patient care.
by Kristine Meldrum Denholm
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Immunotherapy CombinationsResearchers are combining immunotherapies with each other and with other treatments in hopes that a larger proportion of patients will have long-term benefits.
by Kate Yandell
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Making Treatment DecisionsPersonal goals come into play for patients with advanced cancer.
by Kendall K. Morgan
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Advances in Treating Non–Small Cell Lung CancerExpanded approvals in 2016 increase options.
by Jennifer L.W. Fink
