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Some Pancreatic Cancers Are HereditaryA trio of recent studies indicates that pancreatic cancer is, in some cases, linked to mutations passed down from generation to generation.
by Cheryl Platzman Weinstock
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Predicting Acute Myeloid LeukemiaTwo studies identify genetic mutations that could predict the risk of an aggressive blood cancer up to a decade before it is diagnosed.
by Anna Azvolinsky
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Exploring When Breath Becomes AirJoin our Facebook group to talk about themes in the poignant memoir by Paul Kalanithi.
by Marci A. Landsmann
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Forward Look
Some Young Survivors Have Higher Heart Disease RiskRisk is especially increased in survivors who are African-American, lack health insurance or have public insurance, or live in neighborhoods with low socioeconomic status.
by Dara Chadwick
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Survivor Profile
A Long Road BackMultiple myeloma survivor Gary Lambert deploys inventiveness and fortitude to deal with cancer.
by Lindsey Konkel
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Forward Look
New Program Helps Families Navigate Pediatric CancerPatient navigators break down barriers to care and support services.
by Christina Bennett
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Forward Look
Endometrial Cancer Rates Rising in Many CountriesStudy findings suggest opportunities for preventing endometrial cancer.
by Deborah Abrams Kaplan
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Healthy Habits
Body Image and Breast CancerConcerns about physical appearance can be a major obstacle during cancer recovery.
by Cameron Walker
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Forward Look
From Cold Virus to Cancer FighterNeurosurgeon Frederick F. Lang discusses virus-powered cancer treatments.
by Sue Rochman
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Forward Look
Lung Cancer Biology Differs by Race, Study ShowsResearch findings could help improve personalized treatments for lung cancer patients.
by Stephen Ornes
Cancer patients say they want to be asked about their financial needs on a regular basis.
by Pamela Appea
Let Me Tell You a Story About the Power of Medical ResearchTen-year-old Michael Methner told his story about being diagnosed with optic nerve glioma at the AACR’s Rally for Medical Research.
by Cancer Research Catalyst
Aggressive Approach to Very Advanced Cancer Does Not Extend SurvivalStudy shows no benefit from treatment for cancers at very advanced stages of progression. Researchers urge end-of-life planning for these patients.
by Kyle Bagenstose
The Affordable Care Act’s Impact on Access to Cancer CareA study at the AACR Cancer Health Disparities Conference found more people got quality cancer care after the ACA went into effect.
by Cancer Research Catalyst
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AACR Grant Propels Progress in Immunotherapy ResearchA grant from the American Association for Cancer Research (AACR) helped Marco Ruella, MD, develop a new approach to immunotherapy.
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Self-screening for Cancer: Home Sweet HomeNew cervical cancer self-screening options and a portable blood test device could lead to changes in at-home cancer screening.
Alexis Browning
