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Immunotherapy in the Elderly
Immune checkpoint inhibitors can be effective treatments for elderly people with some types of advanced cancer, but more information is needed on their risks and benefits in this group.
by Emma Yasinski
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When a Top-Ranked Cancer Center Comes to a Hospital Near You
Research shows prominent cancer hospitals have different surgical outcomes than their affiliates.
by Marci A. Landsmann
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Holding Off on Treatment
Patients diagnosed with low-risk prostate cancer are increasingly opting against immediate surgery or radiation in favor of regularly monitoring their disease.
by Jon Kelvey
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What Do Clinical Trial Endpoints Really Measure?
A study investigates whether a commonly used clinical trial endpoint, progression-free survival, can be used to predict quality of life.
by Jon Kelvey
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Cancer Talk
Researchers Tackle Immune-related Adverse Effects
Scientists present data on the risks of immune checkpoint inhibitors so more patients can tap into the treatment.
by Marci A. Landsmann
Tissue and Liquid Biopsy for Targeted TherapyTailored treatments led to better outcomes than standard of care when biomarker results from liquid biopsy and tumor tissue aligned.
by Eric Fitzsimmons
Cancer Vaccines Show Promise in Early TrialsWhile mRNA vaccines offer a personalized approach to triggering an immune response, peptide vaccines could be a one-size-fits-all treatment. Researchers are exploring both options.
by Thomas Celona
Declining Breast Cancer Mortality in Younger WomenU.S. breast cancer deaths declined for women ages 20 to 49, which researchers credit to wider screening and better treatment.
by Kevin McLaughlin