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Addressing Depression in Adult Cancer SurvivorsStudy links depression to money woes and missed opportunities for follow-up.
by Marilyn Fenichel
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Report Links Excess Weight to Eight More Cancer TypesReview increases number from five to 13.
by Kendall K. Morgan
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Little Consensus on Ovarian Cancer MonitoringTests and scans may be overused.
by Kate Yandell
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No Link Found Between IVF and Breast Cancer RiskStudy findings will reassure many families.
by Cameron Walker
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Screening Gets PersonalConflicting and changing cancer screening guidelines have led to uncertainty and controversy. Can screening recommendations tailored for groups or individuals enhance benefits and reduce harms?
by Kate Yandell
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Thyroid Tumor Gets New NamePanel reclassifies a type of thyroid tumor, says it's not cancer.
by Yasmine Iqbal
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Many Cancers in HIV-Positive Patients Go UntreatedStudy suggests need to educate patients with HIV and their doctors.
by Kate Yandell
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Do You Know BRCA?Learn more about educational efforts to increase understanding of the 'breast cancer' gene.
by Sue Rochman
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A Rural ChallengeNearly 20 percent of Americans live in rural areas, but only 3 percent of oncologists practice in them. Health care providers are establishing rural outposts and using advanced technology to diagnose and treat patients living in the country.
by Charlotte Huff
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
