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Forward Look
CDK4/6 Inhibitors in Early-stage Breast CancerA mainstay of treatment for metastatic breast cancer, CDK4/6 inhibitors are moving into early-stage treatment.
by Darcy Lewis
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Forward Look
A Less Radical ApproachSome women with early-stage cervical cancer may be able to receive simple hysterectomy, which reduces the risk of complications.
by Thomas Celona
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Forward Look
Ultrasound Device Opens Blood-brain BarrierAn implantable device, along with an infusion of microbubbles, helps increase chemotherapy concentrations for brain cancer.
by Eric Fitzsimmons
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Forward Look
The Lasting Benefit of Immune Checkpoint InhibitorsStudy suggests people with advanced lung cancer who have a sustained response to immunotherapy can safely stop treatment after two years.
by Lindsay Modglin
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Moving the Needle on Metastatic Breast CancerMetastatic breast cancer remains incurable, but researchers’ understanding of the molecular features of the disease is leading to additional treatments.
by Erin O’Donnell
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Survivor Profile
A Can-Do SpiritNavy veteran and two-time cancer survivor Bruce Wright helps other veterans secure benefits for their health conditions.
by Lindsey Konkel Neabore
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Progress in Rare CancersWith the rise of patient-driven research and registries, scientists are making advances in understanding, diagnosing and treating many of the least common cancer types.
by Kendall K. Morgan
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Sound Advice
How can my child balance cancer treatment and school?Figure out your child's goals, and then work with school staff to develop a plan.
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Patient Advocates as Research PartnersSpeakers at SABCS discuss how people who have lived with breast cancer can be valuable partners in research.
by Eric Fitzsimmons
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Understanding Side Effects and the Patient ExperienceResearchers focus on assessing quality of life and toxicity risks in people with breast cancer.
by Thomas Celona
Using high-dose testosterone after prostate cancer stops responding to androgen deprivation therapy can stop tumor growth.
by Sandra Gordon
Financial Screenings for People with CancerCancer 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
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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
