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Forward Look
A Closer Look at Stress and Cancer OutcomesSurgical oncologist Samilia Obeng-Gyasi describes research that shows chronic stress is associated with higher mortality in cancer.
by Ashley P. Taylor
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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
Is Immunotherapy Safe in People With HIV?Study supports the use of immune checkpoint inhibitors in an understudied population.
by Carolyn Bernhardt
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Controlling Peripheral NeuropathyResearchers are looking at ways to lessen and even prevent the debilitating chemotherapy-related side effect that causes numbness and pain in the hands and feet.
by Cameron Walker
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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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Facts and Stats
Cancer’s Economic ImpactBetween 2020 and 2050, cancer is expected to cost the global economy $25 trillion.
by Thomas Celona
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Addressing Social Determinants of HealthSpeakers at SABCS discuss measuring and meeting social factors that affect the health and outcomes of breast cancer patients.
by Kevin McLaughlin
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Finding Answers in Prostate CancerPSMA PET imaging is helping clinicians more accurately stage prostate cancer and provide precision treatment.
by Sandra Gordon
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Is Chemo-free Treatment Coming for HER2-positive Breast Cancer?Evidence grows that some people with HER2-positive breast cancer may do well on HER2-targeted therapy alone.
by Myles Starr
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Germline Genetic Testing Lags Behind GuidelinesLow rates of germline genetic testing in cancer patients means information that could affect treatment isn’t available.
by Jon Kelvey
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
