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ctDNA-Guided Treatment De-escalation Feasible in Advanced NSCLC
One expert explains how a break in TKI treatment could alleviate some toxicities, such as rash, for patients with non-small cell lung cancer.
Cancer Survivors and Olympians Need to Be in Tune With Their Bodies
Just like athletes in the Olympics, it's important for cancer survivors to keep track of everything they feel and to know their bodies well.
‘Star Trek’ Actress Dies of Cancer, Olympian Reveals Husband’s Cancer and More
From Patti Yasutake’s death from cancer to Olympic water polo player’s husband’s rare cancer diagnosis, here’s what’s happening in the oncology space this week.
Hope Through Research and Advancements in Metastatic Breast Cancer
An expert explained the importance of understanding different subtypes of metastatic breast cancer and available treatment options based on biomarker testing.
Surrendering to God: How My Faith Led to Healing From Cancer
Through colon cancer and liver cancer, faith is what brought me to peace and clarity during treatment and now survivorship.
Informed Consent from Patients With Glioblastoma Is a ‘Big Thing’
For patients with glioblastoma, collecting information about their disease and treatment options is important before providing informed consent.
How Cancer Impacts the Perception of Illness
When I started experiencing symptoms of an infection, I was worried that my follicular lymphoma had returned.
Cancer Vaccine for NSCLC and Melanoma Could Be Paradigm-Changing
The cancer vaccine, mRNA-4157, garnered immune responses of 30 weeks among some patients with melanoma and lung cancer, study results showed.
FDA Approves Lymphir for Relapsed, Refractory Cutaneous T-Cell Lymphoma
Lymphir, an immunotherapy, has been approved by the FDA to treat patients with relapsed or refractory cutaneous T-cell lymphoma.
NCCN Recommends Rytelo for Anemia in Patients With MDS
The National Comprehensive Cancer Network now recommends Rytelo for patients with myelodysplastic syndrome who require blood transfusions.
FDA Accepts Supplemental New Drug Application for Cabometyx in Pancreatic NETs
The FDA will review an application for Cabometyx as a potential treatment for pancreatic neuroendocrine tumors after findings from a phase 3 trial.
Experiencing Loneliness as a Cancer Survivor
After receiving cancer treatment and leaving the hospital, sometimes it feels like a safety net has been pulled away and loneliness sets in.
Managing Quality of Life After Iodine Treatment for Thyroid Cancer
Interventions, such as speech therapy, after receiving radioactive iodine treatment for thyroid cancer may help manage quality of life.
A Caring Oncologist and the Power of Prayerful Friends
During my chemotherapy treatments for chronic lymphocytic leukemia, I had a supportive group of people surrounding me.
Voranigo Approved by FDA For Astrocytoma or Oligodendroglioma
The FDA has approved Voranigo to treat certain patients with grade 2 astrocytoma or oligodendroglioma with select mutations, following surgery.
After CAR-T Cell Therapy, Monitor for These Symptoms at Home
Patients with blood cancer who undergo CAR-T cell therapy should monitor for fever and signs of respiratory distress, an expert said.
Feeling Imposter Syndrome in the Cancer Community
Understanding how I fit in matters to me but figuring out my identity in the cancer space is not always easy.
Therapy, Tai Chi Among Recommended Tactics for Cancer-Related Fatigue
Revised guidelines also recommend mindfulness-based programs, yoga, acupressure and more to ease cancer-related fatigue.
Tecentriq Plus Chemoradiation May Be Safe, Effective in Unresectable Stage 3 NSCLC
Patients with unresectable stage 3 non-small cell lung cancer treated with Tecentriq before and following chemoradiation may derive a survival benefit.
Liquid Biopsy May Be Helpful for Treatment Decisions in ROS1-Positive NSCLC
Certain patients with non-small cell lung cancer who are treatment-naive may benefit from receiving a biopsy regarding treatment decision-making.
Crossing Paths With My Breast Surgeon in Public
I happened to see my breast surgeon at an art show and, out of respect, chose not to talk to her.
Combatting Difficulty Walking During Cancer Treatments
A physical therapist offers tips and exercises that can help patients with cancer who experiencing difficulty walking from either the disease or its treatments.
When Is My Cancer Birthday?
More often lately, I have tied these more specifically to my date of diagnosis. I just can’t get March 3 out of my thoughts. That is when I began to survive cancer.
Cancer Care That Feels Like Family
I have watched her jump through rings of fire time and time again to advocate for her patients.
Xtandi May Have Lower Infection Risk in Prostate Cancer Therapy
When compared with Zytiga, Xtandi appeared to have a lower incidence of infection among men with prostate cancer, especially those under 70 years.
A Wonderful Addition to My Son’s Cancer Team
My son has been in the battle of winning over cancer for almost 10 years and was excited to have an African American woman added to his care team.
An Unexpected Honor in Cancer Care
“I take, perhaps, greater pride and have maybe a little bit of jealousy when I hear that my patients have been looking forward to seeing their nurse Tamara Carey, APRN in clinic,” an oncologist wrote.
Expert Insight on Tonsil Cancer: The Diagnosis of Widespread Panic Guitarist
CURE® spoke to an expert from Emory University in Atlanta about tonsil cancer, its “gold standard” treatment and potential side effects.
How Friends and Family Helped After My Cancer Diagnosis
It was beneficial for both myself and my loved ones when I gave a concrete answer to the question of “how can I help?”
Shirley Chung, Christina Pazsitzky Announce Cancer Diagnoses, ‘MadTV’ Actress Dies and More
From “Top Chef’” Shirley Chung and comedian Christina Pazsitzky announcing their diagnoses to Erica Ash’s death from the disease, here is what’s happening in the oncology space this week.