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Cabometyx Plus Opdivo, Yervoy Boosts Advanced Kidney Cancer Outcomes
Adding Cabometyx to Opdivo and Yervoy tended to improve progression-free survival in patients with advanced kidney cancer, research showed.
Jaktinib Further Improves Spleen Volume in Myelofibrosis
Jaktinib significantly improved spleen volume reduction rates compared with hydroxyurea in intermediate- to high-risk myelofibrosis.
FDA Approves Talzenna-Xtandi Combo for Subset of Patients With Prostate Cancer
The combination of Talzenna and Xtandi was approved for the treatment of adults with HRR gene-mutated metastatic castration-resistant prostate cancer.
Immunotherapy Provides Durable Responses in Pretreated Ovarian Cancer
Patients with platinum-resistant or refractory ovarian cancer experienced deep responses and survival benefits in a trial assessing immunotherapy with chemotherapy.
Patients Share Cancer ‘Life Hacks’ They Learned During Treatment
We asked our audience what life hacks they learned to make cancer treatment a bit easier. Here’s what they had to say.
Learning to Reframe Empowers Me to as I Live With Chronic Cancer
After being diagnosed with an incurable cancer, I had to reframe my thinking to focus on the positive.
‘There’s a Lot of Innovation’ in the KRAS-Mutant Lung Cancer Space
An expert discusses the ongoing SPARK trial for KRASG12-mutant non-small cell lung cancer, and what she hopes for the future of this patient population.
Educated Patient® MPN Summit Myelofibrosis Panel: May 20, 2023
Watch Dr. Rami Komrokji and Dr. John O. Mascarenhas answer questions about myelofibrosis during the CURE® Educated Patient® MPN Summit.
Chemoimmunotherapy Responses May Allow for Omission of Radiotherapy in Lymphoma
Patients with a subtype of lymphoma may be able to exclude radiotherapy if they respond to chemoimmunotherapy, although more follow-up is needed to assess potential long-term toxicities.
FDA Oncology Approval From Spring 2023
Here’s an overview of the new cancer regimens that gained Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approval in the spring of this year.
The Importance of Age- and Disease-Specific Cancer Support
I learned that finding the right kind of support during and after a cancer diagnosis is truly invaluable.
The Emerging Importance of Immunotherapy in Endometrial Cancer
Researchers are looking for other ways to disrupt tumor cells in a way that better engages the immune system by exposing it to tumor antigens.
Educated Patient® MPN Summit Novel Drugs And Combinations for MF Presentation: May 20, 2023
Watch Dr. John O. Mascarenhas, from Icahn School of Medicine, discuss novel therapies in myelofibrosis during the CURE® Educated Patient® MPN Summit.
Educated Patient® MPN Summit Risk Stratification and Management of MF Presentation: May 20, 2023
Watch Dr. Rami Komrokji, from Moffitt Cancer Center, discuss risk stratification and management of myelofibrosis during the CURE® Educated Patient® MPN Summit.
The ‘New Normal’ of Food After Chemo
While my taste buds have returned to normal after cancer treatment, my desire to cook and eat has not.
Educated Patient® MPN Summit Polycythemia Vera Panel: May 20, 2023
Watch Dr. Nikolai Podoltsev, Dr. Jerry Spivak and Amy Lane answer questions about polycythemia vera during the CURE® Educated Patient® MPN Summit.
Adcetris Plus Opdivo and Chemo May Improve Treatment Response in Early-Stage Hodgkin Lymphoma
A significant majority of patients with early-stage classical Hodgkin lymphoma demonstrated a complete response to treatment with Adcetris, Opdivo and chemotherapy.
Treating the Whole Patient With Cancer
Mental and emotional well-being are crucial to a person’s overall health, and they deserve plenty of attention from patients and providers alike.
The Inequity of Cancer Survival
I’ve learned that “survivor’s guilt” can be another symptom of our disease.
‘Dark Knight’ Star Announces Cancer, Pope Francis Visits Oncology Ward and More
From Colin McFarlane and John Homme opening up about their cancer diagnoses to Pope Francis visiting a pediatric oncology ward, here’s what’s happening in the cancer space this week.
FDA Approves Fixed-Duration Columvi to Treat Relapsed/Refractory DLBCL
Columvi is the first bispecific antibody that can be administered to patients with relapsed or refractory diffuse large B-cell lymphoma for a defined period of time.
Educated Patient® MPN Summit On The Horizon For PV Management Presentation: May 20, 2023
Watch Dr. Jerry Spivak, from Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, discuss what is on the horizon in the management of polycythemia vera during the CURE® Educated Patient® MPN Summit.
Study Shows ‘A Lot of Hope’ for Prostate Cancer Treatment
Most patients with nonmetastatic castration-resistant prostate cancer were able to stay on their therapies long-term, research showed.
‘Gentleness And Kindness’ in the Lives of Patients With Cancer
Mindfulness meditation can make a big difference in the treatment experience of patients.
Fighting Cancer is a Game of Adjustments
I remember hearing somewhere that there’s no such thing as achieving the perfect balance; rather, life itself is an act of constant rebalancing. I've found that to be true in life with cancer.
Pre- or Post-Transplant Xospata Shows Relapse-Free Survival Benefit in AML Group
Findings from a phase 3 trial demonstrated that half of patients with FLT3-ITD-mutant acute myeloid leukemia and detectable minimal residual risk derived a relapse-free survival benefit with Xospata.
Educated Patient® MPN Summit Current Management of PV Presentation: May 20, 2023
Watch Dr. Nikolai Podoltsev, from Yale School of Medicine, discuss the current management of polycythemia vera during the CURE® Educated Patient® MPN Summit.
Surviving Four Cancer Diagnoses
I didn’t expect to be diagnosed with cancer, never mind end up with four diagnoses over the years. Here is what I learned along the way.
Lining Up New Options for GIST
Patients with GIST have more treatment options than ever, with others currently under development.
The Cancer Test Not Taken
Genetic testing is the norm for cancer patients with familial history. How did I let it slip through the crack?