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February 3: The Week in Cancer News
Group says more women should consider removing fallopian tubes to lower ovarian cancer risk, and treatment guidelines can lead to arbitrary age cutoffs.
by Eric Fitzsimmons
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January 27: The Week in Cancer News
Many women underestimate dense breast effect on cancer risk, and FDA approves targeted therapy for colorectal cancer.
by Kevin McLaughlin
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January 20: The Week in Cancer News
Women experience faster decline in physical function after cancer, and treatment quality for lung cancer varies across the US.
by Marci A. Landsmann
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January 13: The Week in Cancer News
Women over 65 diagnosed at later stages of cervical cancer, and Black and Hispanic patients prescribed fewer opioids for end-of-life cancer care.
by Eric Fitzsimmons
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January 6: The Week in Cancer News
Cancer patients have an increased risk of breakthrough COVID-19 infections, and CAR T-cell therapy is safe for lymphoma patients with HIV.
by Thomas Celona
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December 16: The Week in Cancer News
A second KRAS inhibitor is approved for lung cancer, and a BTK inhibitor challenges standard of care for relapsed or refractory CLL.
by Marci A. Landsmann
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December 9: The Week in Cancer News
Medical marijuana used as a substitute for opioids, and chemo and endocrine therapy together increase cancer-related cognitive impairment.
by Kevin McLaughlin
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December 2: The Week in Cancer News
Oncologists report that prior authorization process interrupts cancer care, and plant-based diet is associated with lower colorectal cancer risk in men but not women.
by Eric Fitzsimmons
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November 18: The Week in Cancer News
Vaccine helps people with brain cancer live longer, and kidney cancer patients see results from off-the-shelf CAR T-cell therapy.
by Thomas Celona
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November 11: The Week in Cancer News
California passes ballot initiative banning flavored tobacco products, and the FDA approves combination treatments for lung cancer.
by Kevin McLaughlin
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