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Palliative Care ExplainedPalliative care can be offered to cancer patients at any point in their illness, beginning with the initial diagnosis. New research points to its effectiveness.
by Melissa Weber
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Using Old Drugs in New WaysWe already reduce, reuse and recycle. But cancer researchers are exploring a fourth R–repurpose–using drugs approved for treating other diseases to reduce cancer risk and improve outcomes.
by Stephen Ornes
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Unleashing the Immune SystemNew treatments that harness the power of the immune system are taking aim at many common cancers.
by Alexandra Goho
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Editor's Letter
The Promise of ImmunotherapyImmunotherapy is a breakthrough in cancer treatment, but more research is needed to broaden its impact.
by Kevin McLaughlin
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Forward Look
Unraveling the Genetics of CancerQ&A with Li Ding on The Cancer Genome Atlas
by Yasmine Iqbal
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Forward Look
An Herbal SurpriseWhat's inside the herbal supplement may not match what's on the label.
by Stephen Ornes
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Forward Look
Gut ReactionNew research suggests a link between gut bacteria and colorectal cancer.
by Melissa Weber
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Forward Look
Affordable Care Act to Cover Breast Cancer Risk Reduction DrugsMedications are an option for high-risk women, but few use them.
by Sue Rochman
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Forward Look
New Report Finds Crisis in Cancer CareInstitute of Medicine calls for major improvements.
by Stephen Ornes
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Forward Look
Too Much TestingDoctors are not following cervical cancer guidelines, study finds.
by Cameron Walker
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
