Spencer Feldman

Breast cancer types, staging, diagnosis, treatment, and survivorship are complex, but understanding them helps patients make informed care decisions.

The FDA approved the Dako Omnis panel to identify patients with colorectal cancer with mismatch repair deficiency.

The FDA declined approval of Darzalex Faspro for newly diagnosed, transplant-ineligible multiple myeloma in its current form.

Study finds anti-nausea drug aprepitant boosts distant disease-free and breast cancer-specific survival in early-stage triple-negative breast cancer.

Structured resistance training is safe for breast cancer patients, improving arm muscle and reducing lymphedema during and after treatment.

ctDNA-MRD testing better predicted outcomes versus PET/CT scans for large B-cell lymphoma, leading to NCCN guideline updates for remission assessment.

Breast cancer survivors who lost ≤5% of body weight with diet and exercise experienced greater weight loss, improved function, and less pain with Contrave.

Dena Paluck, whose daughter Laura had osteosarcoma, volunteers with Hopeful Hearts to connect parents of children with cancer to support networks.

Intensive chemotherapy improved survival in patients with accelerated and blast phase myeloproliferative neoplasms, with Venclexta showing no clear benefit.

More than half of patients with myelofibrosis and low platelets treated with Vonjo saw platelets rise 58% and hemoglobin levels improve.

Real-world data show that Enhertu benefits those with HR+ breast cancer, whereas Trodelvy is effective as an initial treatment for HER2-null/HER2– disease.

Follicular lymphoma survivor Troy Anderson credited acupuncture and nutrition guidance with easing treatment side effects and aided in remission.

About one in six men with grade group 1 prostate cancer have higher-risk disease, showing outcomes vary and biopsy grade may underestimate risk.

The FDA accepted vepdegestrant’s new drug application for ER+/HER2–, ESR1-mutated advanced breast cancer with a June 5, 2026, review date.

Certain gut bacteria were linked to higher risk of heart damage in older patients with breast cancer, suggesting a possible role for preventative probiotics.

Clinical trial updates in cancer care include a remote study in small cell lung cancer and new findings in ovarian, solid tumor, and urothelial cancers.

The FDA approved Hernexeos for adults with unresectable or metastatic non-squamous non-small cell lung cancer.

Dena Paluck became a mentor to other parents after guiding her daughter through osteosarcoma treatment and feeling isolated during the process.

In a phase 3 trial, 72.2% of patients with recurrent low-grade bladder cancer kept complete response at 24 months after Zusduri treatment.

Staci Kirk, a six-time cancer survivor, founded the Stiletto Boss Foundation to empower women through mentorship, self-advocacy and healing.

The FDA accepted a supplemental application for Breyanzi to treat adults with relapsed or refractory marginal zone lymphoma after two prior therapies.

An expert helps patients with metastatic breast cancer understand treatment sequencing, biomarker testing and emerging options to support decision-making.

Jake Messier uses TikTok to raise awareness about male breast cancer, advocate for inclusivity and foster community after his stage 4 diagnosis.

BMT-CARE app boosted quality of life, lowered depression and PTSD symptoms, and improved coping mechanisms for caregivers of stem cell transplant patients.

SAR446523, an investigational antibody targeting GPRC5D, received FDA orphan drug status and is in phase 1 trials for relapsed/refractory multiple myeloma.

A resilience program for young people with advanced cancer helped patients cope early on and led to a better quality of life after 6 to 12 months.

Jaypirca led to better response rates than Imbruvica in some previously treated patients with chronic lymphocytic leukemia or small lymphocytic lymphoma.

The FDA awarded orphan drug designation to VT3989 for mesothelioma, supporting the experimental cancer treatment’s development.

Imfinzi plus chemo cut progression or death risk in early gastric cancer; the FDA's decision is expected late 2025 following breakthrough designation.

Cytopenia at myelofibrosis diagnosis raises risk of acute myeloid leukemia and lowers survival, highlighting the need for tailored treatment strategies.