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The Future of Cancer CareForum discusses next-generation technologies that will guide oncology research and patient care in the years to come.
by Thomas Celona
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Tests Spot Signs of Cancer in the BloodAt the AACR Virtual Annual Meeting I, researchers presented data on blood tests that aim to supplement current cancer screening and speed up diagnosis.
by Kate Yandell
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Do Patients Want Online Access to Test Results?A survey finds many patients prefer talking through imaging findings related to cancer with their physician rather than viewing reports online—but only if the wait for results is short.
by Cindy Kuzma
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Proton Therapy Is Associated With Reduced Side EffectsWhen combined with chemotherapy, the newer form of radiation comes with fewer severe side effects than standard radiation therapy, a study suggests.
by Sue Rochman
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Crowdfunding for CancerResearchers found that millions of dollars are donated on fundraising sites to support ineffective and even harmful treatments.
by Jon Kelvey
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Measuring Your MovementResearchers are exploring whether wearable personal activity monitors could provide doctors with a more complete picture of cancer patients' well-being.
by Brad Jones
Advocates bring the patient perspective to the AACR Annual Meeting 2024 and leave with tools to better communicate advances in care to others.
by Eric Fitzsimmons
Lifestyle Choices and CancerWhat people eat and drink and their level of physical activity can affect their risk of having cancer. New interventions aim to reduce risk factors.
by Kevin McLaughlin
Improving Colorectal Cancer Screening OptionsTests currently in development seek to offer greater accuracy and reach more people.
by Eric Fitzsimmons
Endometrial Cancer and Screening for Lynch SyndromeAACR highlights team research that led to Lynch syndrome testing for all people with endometrial cancer in the U.K.
by Marci A. Landsmann
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Chemtai Mungo, MD, MPH: Bringing Cervical Cancer Treatment to More WomenAn innovative self-treatment strategy for cervical precancer could save lives in low- and middle-income countries as well as underserved areas in the U.S.
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From the Bench: Creative Approaches in Cancer ResearchInsects that smell cancer, new CRISPR delivery tools, and a cancer-fighting battery—the AACR's new blog series, From the Bench, highlights creative approaches in cancer research.
