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COVID-19 and Cancer: My Thoughts as an Emergency Medicine Physician
People are functioning as if the threat of COVID-19 is gone, but that’s not the case for many people with cancer.
Talk Show Host Jerry Springer Dies of Pancreatic Cancer, Pharma Company to Tackle Prostate Cancer Drug Shortage and More
From talk show host Jerry Springer’s death to “The Young and the Restless” star announcing a cancer diagnosis, here is what’s happening in the oncology space this week.
Educated Patient® Multiple Myeloma Summit BiTE and Future Myeloma Directions Presentation: April 8, 2023
Watch Dr. Kenneth H. Shain, from Moffitt Cancer Center, discuss the future of myeloma treatment, including BiTE therapy, during the CURE Educated Patient Multiple Myeloma Summit.
Identifying Characteristics of ‘Zombie’ Cancer Cells May Help Predict Relapse
A team from Rutgers University has figured out the science behind once-dormant, self-reviving cells, and the discovery may help predict which patients will experience relapse.
Patients With Myeloma Must Recognize the Signs of Cytokine Release Syndrome
Patients with myeloma who are being treated with Tecvayli must discuss symptoms of cytokine release syndrome with their providers as soon as they happen.
It’s OK to Stay in Touch With Cancer
Even though I’ve had no evidence of cancer for the last five years, I still stay up to date about the latest developments for the disease.
Advanced Care Planning Gives Patients ‘Control of Their Care When They Are Most Vulnerable’
Advanced care planning should be an ongoing discussion, explained an oncology nurse.
Abbey Kaler, M.S., APRN, FNP-C, CMSRN, Wins CURE®’s 2023 Extraordinary Healer® Award
CURE® welcomed over 500 attendees in person and hundreds virtually during the hybrid Extraordinary Healer® event.
Educated Patient® Multiple Myeloma Summit CAR T-Cell Therapy Updates Presentation: April 8, 2023
Watch Dr. Surbhi Sidana, from Stanford Medicine, discuss CAR-T cell therapy during the CURE Educated Patient Multiple Myeloma Summit.
Meditation Helped Me Handle Fear of Cancer Recurrence
At first I was skeptical about how meditation and breathing techniques could help me with fear of cancer recurrence. But once I started practicing, I noticed a difference in my anxiety.
For Young Breast Cancer Survivors, Doctor Attention to Exercise Is Key
Researchers have found that nothing beats direct attention from a care provider to inspire exercise among young women who have been recently diagnosed with breast cancer.
Trust is a Must During a Cancer Journey
A cancer diagnosis often means putting your life in the hands of people you hardly know.
Novel Gastric Cancer Drug Under FDA Review Improves Survival
Tislelizumab was found to improve overall survival among patients with advanced unresectable or metastatic gastric or gastroesophageal junction (G/GEJ) adenocarcinoma.
Educated Patient® Multiple Myeloma Summit Myeloma Management Panel: April 8, 2023
Watch Dr. Brandon J Blue, Dr. Dickran Kazandjian and Dr. Marc J. Braunstein answer questions about disease management during the CURE Educated Patient Multiple Myeloma Summit.
Friends Don’t Always Cope Well With Cancer
I was surprised and saddened at how some of my friends were not there for me when I was undergoing cancer treatment. The oncology ward became a lonely place.
Patients, Survivors Share Tips for Cancer-Related Insomnia
We asked the CURE® audience how they coped with insomnia after a cancer diagnosis. Here is what they had to say.
Defining 'Previvor'
I use the word "previvor" a lot, so I wanted to take a minute to reflect on what that means.
Drug Duo Represents ‘Potential Paradigm Shift’ for Rare Eye Cancer
Darovasertib plus Xalkori is showing promise for the treatment of patients with metastatic uveal melanoma, according to results from an ongoing study.
Educated Patient® Multiple Myeloma Summit the Role of BMT Presentation: April 8, 2023
Watch Dr. Marc Braunstein, from NYU Langone Hospital, discuss the role of bone marrow transplant during the CURE Educated Patient Multiple Myeloma Summit.
FDA Grants Fast Track Designation to New Prostate Cancer Treatment
The makers of a new treatment for metastatic, castration-resistant prostate cancer are working to bring it to patients “as quickly as possible.”
Financial Toxicity From Cancer Can Affect Caregivers’ Health
The financial stress from a colorectal cancer diagnosis can negatively impact sleep and pain tolerance in partners of patients with colorectal cancer, recent research showed.
Bucket-List Trip Provides Joyful ‘Cancer-Free’ Week
The best part of the trip was that I didn’t think about cancer. My husband and I didn’t talk about it for a whole week, and no one knew I had it.
New Brain Cancer Drug to Be Studied in Two Clinical Trials
OKN-007 is being evaluated both alone and in combination with chemotherapy for patients with glioma or glioblastoma — both types of brain cancer.
Educated Patient® Multiple Myeloma Summit Newly-Diagnosed Updates Presentation: April 8, 2023
Watch Dr. Dickran Kazandjian, from Miami Health System, discuss updates in newly diagnosed disease during the CURE Educated Patient Multiple Myeloma Summit.
Educated Patient® Multiple Myeloma Summit Disease Overview Panel: April 8, 2023
Watch Dr. Ariel Grajales-Cruz and Dr. Brandon J Blue answer questions about myeloma during the CURE Educated Patient Multiple Myeloma Summit.
‘The More I Talk, the Stronger I Feel,’ MPN Survivor Says
Mayra Andujar Delgado does not shy away from discussing her myelofibrosis diagnosis. In fact, the survivor becomes empowered by sharing her knowledge with others.
Educated Patient® Multiple Myeloma Summit Health Disparities Presentation: April 8, 2023
Watch Dr. Brandon Blue, from Moffitt Cancer Center, discuss health disparities during the CURE Educated Patient Multiple Myeloma Summit.
MPN Survivor Urges Clinicians, ‘Break (Info) Down to Me Where I Can Understand It’
Jessica Kuhns, a patient living with a myeloproliferative neoplasm, makes it a point to ensure she can understand what doctors are telling her, so that she can take that knowledge and tell other people.
Caregiver Provides ‘Pillar of Sense’ to Patient During Cancer Treatment
A patient with head and neck cancer highlights the importance of a strong support system throughout the time he was recovering from surgery.
My Cancer Scare Story Continued
An ultrasound revealed a solid mass in my breast that would need further follow-up.