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How Bispecific Antibodies Work and What Patients Can Expect
Bispecific antibodies connect the immune system with cancer cells. They offer an efficacious treatment option, but there are side effects.
Focusing Energy on Cancer-Related Fatigue
Fatigue is a common side effect that may linger for years following cancer treatment. Experts and survivors talk about ways to help find a balance between life and fatigue.
8 Things to Do While in the Hospital for Cancer Treatment
While spending weeks in the hospital for acute myeloid leukemia, I tried eight fun things to keep me busy.
FDA Fast Tracks BGB-16673 for CLL, SLL
The FDA granted a fast track designation to BGB-16673, a novel drug used to treat chronic lymphocytic leukemia and small lymphocytic lymphoma.
A Cancer Nurse Who Is Here to Serve
An oncology nurse who is a cancer survivor herself fiercely advocates for all her patients.
Monjuvi May Slow Follicular Lymphoma Progression
Monjuvi, Revlimid and Rituxan improved progression-free survival among adults with relapsed or refractory follicular lymphoma, topline research showed.
Upfront Therapy May Decrease Need for Rectal Cancer Surgery
Chemotherapy and radiotherapy may be efficacious enough for certain patients with advanced rectal cancer to avoid surgery, research showed.
My Tumors: A Poem Inspired By Stevenson’s ‘My Shadow’
I wrote a poem similar to Robert Louis Stevenson’s “My Shadow” about my cancer diagnosis.
‘No Such Thing as a Good Cancer’: Explaining the Big CLL Misconception
One expert explained why chronic lymphocytic leukemia is erroneously considered a ‘good cancer.’
Resources Available to Patients With CLL
From social work to cardio-oncology, there is a wide array of resources potentially available to patients, as one expert explained.
What Patients with CLL Need to Know About Clinical Trials
One expert explains why most of the time clinical trial enrollment is ‘the correct answer’ for patients.
With CLL ‘Cancer Gets Smart, And We Have to Evolve with the Cancer’
There have been major treatment advancements for CLL in the last decade, with future generations of drugs on the horizon.
‘Fighting Cancer’: My Thoughts on the Phrase
The militaristic terminology of “fighting a disease” does not sit well with me. After being diagnosed, I wasn’t fighting. I was reacting.
Danielle Fishel of ‘Boy Meets World’ Has Cancer, ‘Emily in Paris’ Star Discusses Her Diagnosis and More
From Danielle Fishel and Rick Steves announcing their diagnosis to the “Emily in Paris” star discussing her cancer experience, here’s what’s happening in the oncology space this week.
What Patients With Kidney Cancer Need to Know About Welireg
One expert explained why ‘it’s very important to know what’s going on’ with regard to new renal cell carcinoma treatments.
ARPIs May Improve Survival in Some With Prostate Cancer
Androgen receptor pathway inhibitors were shown to better treat patients with metastatic castration-resistant prostate cancer and improved survival.
Immunotherapy/TKI Combo Has ‘Significant Burden of Toxicity’
Researchers investigated the incidence of moderate to severe side effects for patients being treated with a combination of TKI and immunotherapy.
Balancing A Love of Cats With Lymphedema After Breast Cancer
If you have lymphedema after breast cancer and want to enjoy the company of cats, there are strategies to avoid potential problems, especially scratches.
Afinitor May Not Boost Outcomes in Non-Clear Cell Kidney Cancer
Afinitor did not improve relapse-free survival in patients with non-clear cell renal cell carcinoma — a kidney cancer subtype linked to poor prognosis.
I Am in Here: A Poem About Life With Cancer
Chemotherapy-related baldness pressured my strained self-identity. Was I the same person?
6 FDA Cancer Approvals from August 2024
In August 2024, the FDA approved six new cancer treatments, including some that haven’t previously been approved.
Feeling Like Cinderella Again After Cancer
In preparation for a family member’s wedding, I purchased a new bra and protheses and felt like a princess by doing so.
20-Minute Mindful Breathing Can Decrease Cancer Pain, Anxiety
Patients with cancer who did 20-minute guided mindful breathing tended to have a more significant decrease in cancer-related pain and anxiety.
Dear Cancer, I Know Your Name
I wrote this letter to cancer because my brother died too early.
Enhertu Gets Breakthrough Therapy Designation for HER2-Low/Ultralow Breast Cancer
The FDA will speed up their review of Enhertu for HR-positive, HER2-low/ultralow advanced breast cancer that cannot be removed via surgery.
The Importance of Self-Image With Cancer
Cancer has changed my self-image, but I’ve learned a few tricks to help boost my self-confidence.
Ranch Princess: How My Horse Helped Me Through Cancer
Even when I didn’t feel like riding, brushing and grooming her kept my spirits up and provided a social outlet that wasn’t medically oriented.
FDA Approves Lazcluze Plus Rybrevant for Lung Cancer Subset
The Food and Drug Administration approved frontline Lazcluze plus Rybrevant for locally advanced or metastatic non-small cell lung cancer with an EGFR exon 19 deletions or exon 21 L858R substitution mutations.
A Cancer Nurse With a Caring Heart and Bright Mind
I could tell from the way the staff and patients spoke of her that she was special, and I quickly saw for myself, too.
From Survivor’s Guilt to Gratitude
After being cancer-free for five years, I struggle with my own existence. However, I find meaning in helping others through their cancer experience.