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November 19: The Week in Cancer News
HPV vaccine rates are higher when teens decide, and colorectal cancer is on the rise in people under 50.
by Kevin McLaughlin
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November 12: The Week in Cancer News
The U.S. Is behind the U.K. in preventing cervical cancer through HPV vaccination, and lack of health insurance impacts cancer screening in the unemployed.
by Eric Fitzsimmons
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November 5: The Week in Cancer News
U.S. map spotlights industrial hot spots for cancer-causing air pollution, and surgery delays after initial treatment impact survival for some patients with locally advanced rectal cancer.
by Marci A. Landsmann
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October 29: The Week in Cancer News
Patient expenses for cancer care exceed $21 billion in 2019, and the FDA introduces stringent requirements for breast implants.
by Kevin McLaughlin
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October 22: The Week in Cancer News
Researchers suggest Black women should be screened for breast cancer at age 40, and a couple reflect on how a cancer diagnosis affected their adoption journey.
by Bradley Jones
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October 15: The Week in Cancer News
FDA authorizes electronic cigarette for the first time, and a new survey explores marijuana use in breast cancer patients
by Eric Fitzsimmons
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October 8: The Week in Cancer News
A study shows the cost of drugs that manage cancer-related symptoms adds up, and experts explore research at the AACR conference on cancer disparities.
by Marci A. Landsmann
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October 1: The Week in Cancer News
MRI can be a cost-effective way to screen for breast cancer, and a new study investigates the impact of higher alcohol taxes on cancer incidence
by Kevin McLaughlin
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September 24: The Week in Cancer News
Long-term COVID-19 effects were associated with greater mortality risk in cancer patients, and a new study compares HER2-targeted therapies in metastatic breast cancer.
by Eric Fitzsimmons
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September 17: The Week in Cancer News
An immunotherapy combination continues to be effective in treating kidney cancer patients, and the FDA approves a therapy for a type of lung cancer.
by Kevin McLaughlin
Cancer Talk
Redefining Cancer Survivorship
As people with advanced disease live longer, they face physical and mental health side effects. Patient advocates say research and care must focus on their unique needs.
by Thomas Celona
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