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Immunotherapy Improves Survival in Bladder Cancer
New research indicates that adding immunotherapy to muscle-invasive bladder cancer treatment can improve event-free and overall survival.
by Laura Gesualdi-Gilmore
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Cancer Patients Who Quit Smoking, Even Years After Diagnosis, Live Longer
Findings from a recent study support smoking cessation after diagnosis, with the most pronounced effect in those who received treatment within six months of diagnosis.
by Kyle Bagenstose
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Delaying Treatment Resistance
Adding a CDK 4/6 inhibitor extends progression-free survival for people with metastatic HR-positive, HER2-positive breast cancer.
by Thomas Celona
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2024: The Year in Cancer News
The Cancer Today editors share the most impactful reporting on cancer research from 2024.
by Cancer Today staff
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From the Editor-in-Chief
A New Treatment for Some Brain TumorsA recently approved therapy targets abnormal enzymes produced by gene defects.
by William G. Nelson, MD, PhD
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Forward Look
Stem Cell Transplant Rates Decrease for LymphomaMore patients are receiving CAR T-cell therapy for large B-cell lymphoma.
by Leah Lawrence
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Forward Look
Rethinking Cancer Drug DosesResearchers and patients push to move away from maximum tolerated dose in research.
by Natalie Slivinski
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Reducing the Burden of Radiation
Shorter courses of more intense radiation therapy mean fewer visits and less cost for patients. Studies show abbreviated treatments are just as effective as longer courses.
by Stephen Ornes
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Making Their Mark
With targeted therapy options available for a growing number of cancer types, biomarker testing is making a difference for more people with solid cancers.
by Kendall K. Morgan
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Cancer Care for Older Adults
Geriatric assessments can help physicians and older patients choose effective treatments with fewer side effects.
by Eric Fitzsimmons
Cancer Talk
At-home Prostate Cancer Test May Help Some Men Avoid Biopsy
The test, which analyzes urine for 18 cancer-specific genes, ruled out the need for biopsy in men with elevated PSA without a digital rectal exam.
by Sandra Gordon
The Power of ComedyIn a new play, the pain of cancer can be a chance to laugh.
by Ashley P. Taylor
Melanoma Risk in Childhood Cancer SurvivorsPeople treated for childhood cancer found to have twice the risk of developing melanoma as an adult.
by Cameron Walker
Online Second OpinionsMore than half of patients who participated in a program offering online second opinions were recommended a change to their treatment plan.
by Eric Fitzsimmons