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April 26: The Week in Cancer News
A study indicates that the majority of patients using immune checkpoint inhibitors experience side effects, and radiation oncologists say that requirements for prior authorization are impeding care.
by Kate Yandell
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April 19: The Week in Cancer News
The CRISPR gene-editing technique is used for the first time in a U.S. cancer clinical trial, and a new targeted therapy is approved for advanced bladder cancer.
by Kate Yandell
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April 12: The Week in Cancer News
Cancer patients report difficulty getting student loans deferred, and new guidelines for breast cancer screening are released.
by Kate Yandell
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April 5: The Week in Cancer News
People with metastatic cancer call for more research into survivorship issues facing this group, and a study indicates that taking probiotics may interfere with immunotherapy response.
by Marci A. Landsmann and Kate Yandell
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Sharing Knowledge, Building Community
The executive editor of Cancer Today previews the new issue.
by Kevin McLaughlin
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March 22: The Week in Cancer News
A study suggests that 3-D mammograms may reduce unnecessary biopsies, and the U.S. Food and Drug Administration issues warnings to breast implant companies.
by Kate Yandell
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March 15: The Week in Cancer News
NCI director steps in as FDA commissioner, new guidelines on clinical trial eligibility, and health risks for childhood cancer survivors.
by Bradley Jones
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March 8: The Week in Cancer News
FDA Commissioner Scott Gottlieb resigns, an analysis explores patient advocacy groups' financial ties, and Alex Trebek announces he has pancreatic cancer.
by Marci A. Landsmann
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March 1: The Week in Cancer News
A blood test for tumor mutations shows promise as an option for lung cancer patients, and the U.S. Food and Drug Administration expresses concern about robotically-assisted cancer surgery.
by Kate Yandell
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February 22: The Week in Cancer News
Trials indicate that a combination of a targeted therapy and immunotherapy can treat advanced kidney cancer, and a study identifies a genetic variant associated with smoking menthol cigarettes.
by Kate Yandell
Cancer Talk
Family of Henrietta Lacks Works for ‘Health Intelligence’
Alfred Lacks Carter Jr. and other family members honor the legacy of Henrietta Lacks by helping others better understand their health care.
by Kevin McLaughlin
Researchers Tackle Immune-related Adverse EffectsScientists 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