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Recognizing AI’s Potential
Pathologists and radiologists are leading the way in the use of artificial intelligence (AI) to find and track cancer. Machine learning could lay the foundation for using AI more broadly to advance cancer diagnosis and choice of treatment.
by Stephen Ornes
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Policy Matters
Putting an End to Cancer Health DisparitiesCancer has a disproportionate impact on disadvantaged and minority groups. The AACR 2020 by 2020 initiative is a step toward closing the gap.
by Michael A. Caligiuri, MD
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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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What Older Patients Value
Many older adults with cancer place more importance on maintaining their independence and cognitive abilities than on living as long as possible.
by Cheryl Platzman Weinstock
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Omitting Obesity
Many cancer clinical trials do not track what proportion of enrolled patients are obese, a study finds. These patients may be underrepresented in research.
by Cici Zhang
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Measuring Your Movement
Researchers are exploring whether wearable personal activity monitors could provide doctors with a more complete picture of cancer patients' well-being.
by Brad Jones
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Men Less Likely to Get Genetic Testing
A study suggests women are more likely than men to undergo genetic testing for mutations linked to hereditary cancer.
by Cheryl Platzman Weinstock
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The Ins and Outs of Tumor Testing
In a session at the AACR Annual Meeting, oncologists discussed the state of cancer precision medicine—and engaged with patient advocates.
by Kate Yandell
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A Response to Roadblocks
The Biden Cancer Initiative Colloquium gathered experts to discuss obstacles preventing access to care at the AACR Annual Meeting.
by Kevin McLaughlin
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Non–Small Cell Lung Cancer Takes Center Stage
A trio of clinical trials at the AACR Annual Meeting spotlight new avenues for non-small cell lung cancer treatment.
by Brad Jones
Cancer Talk
Making Cancer a Family Affair
Instead of hiding details of her metastatic breast cancer diagnosis from her children, Michelle Audoin opened the door for clear expectations and frank conversations.
by Michelle Audoin
Advocacy After LossFollowing her son’s death from peripheral T-cell lymphoma, Sandy McHugh keeps his memory alive through Jake’s Dragon Foundation.
by Thomas Celona
Telehealth Palliative Care Provides the Same Benefits as In-person CareResearchers hope effective telehealth will increase access to palliative care for more cancer patients.
by Taneia Surles
Sensorimotor Training Helps Prevent Chemotherapy-induced Peripheral NeuropathyThe specialized balance training exercise can help keep the nervous system healthy during chemotherapy by giving it a workout.
by Sandra Gordon