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

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

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

Medical marijuana used as a substitute for opioids, and chemo and endocrine therapy together increase cancer-related cognitive impairment.

by Kevin McLaughlin

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

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

California passes ballot initiative banning flavored tobacco products, and the FDA approves combination treatments for lung cancer.

by Kevin McLaughlin

Female patients less likely than men to be told about sexual side effects of treatment, and independent analysis finds cancer-causing chemical in dry shampoo.

by Marci A. Landsmann

Clinical trial finds select breast cancer patients can forgo surgery, and cancer organizations warn of growing e-cigarette use among teens.

by Thomas Celona

Chemical hair straightening is associated with higher uterine cancer risk, and gas stoves can leak chemicals linked to cancer.

by Eric Fitzsimmons