Diagnosed With Colon Cancer: Jody's Story

In the phase 2 CO.28 trial, all 4 patients with tumor DNA in their blood after chemotherapy were recommended surgery, versus 38.1% of those without it.

In the phase 3 ASAC trial, daily aspirin did not lower the risk of colorectal cancer returning after treatment for liver metastases, and serious side effects were more common.

The FDA has granted two Breakthrough Therapy Designations to AbbVie's investigational drug Temab-A, one for use in metastatic colorectal cancer and one for non-small cell lung cancer, based on early-phase trial data.

In a study of more than 250,000 older adults presented at ASTRO 2026, people with depression who started talk therapy within a week of their cancer diagnosis had a 27% lower risk of dying from their cancer. But most people with depression received no mental health treatment at all.

Patients with a newly identified tumor state had shorter survival following chemotherapy and immunotherapy, potentially helping doctors identify those at greater risk of poor outcomes.

Longer follow-up of the phase 2 LUNAR trial showed a 62% lower risk of progression, additional hormone therapy or death with 177Lu-PNT2002 plus radiation.

Medicare's cap on out-of-pocket drug costs has made cancer pills more affordable, but premiums, formularies and prior authorization rules still vary widely. Here's a checklist.

After two cancer diagnoses and major surgery, a liver cancer survivor shares why asking questions, exploring treatment options and advocating for your care matter.