Screening
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Why Do African Americans Have Increased Breast Cancer Mortality?Socioeconomic factors and racism can lead to poorer health outcomes for Black Americans. Genetics may also be a factor behind increased mortality rates.
by Marci A. Landsmann
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Cervical Cancer Screening Guideline UpdatedA new version of the American Cancer Society's cervical cancer screening guideline says screening can start at a later age and highlights human papillomavirus testing as the preferred method.
by Anna Azvolinsky
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Anal Cancer Diagnoses and Deaths Are Rising in the U.S.Study underscores importance of early detection and prevention.
by Jane Langille
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In It for the Long HaulDoctors and researchers met online to discuss how the coronavirus pandemic changed cancer care in its early months, as well as how they can improve care and advocate for patients going forward.
by Kate Yandell
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The Pandemic’s Impact on Cancer Screening and DetectionDelays in cancer screening and diagnosis due to the COVID-19 pandemic put people at risk.
by Kevin McLaughlin
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Cancer Care Moves Forward Amid COVID-19Following the arrival of the coronavirus in the U.S., people with cancer and their doctors are adjusting to new ways of doing things while continuing to seek and provide cancer care.
by Kate Yandell
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Tests Spot Signs of Cancer in the BloodAt the AACR Virtual Annual Meeting I, researchers presented data on blood tests that aim to supplement current cancer screening and speed up diagnosis.
by Kate Yandell
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The Puzzle of Pancreatic CancerPancreatic cancer remains a difficult disease to treat and is expected to be the second leading cause of U.S. cancer-related deaths by 2030. Researchers hope clinical trials and insights into the genetics of the disease will reverse the trend.
by Kendall K. Morgan
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Telling Your Children About Inheritable Cancer RiskLetting children know they might have a mutation that increases their risk for cancer can be a challenge for patients. Experts stress there is no right or wrong way to share the information.
by Marci A. Landsmann
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From the Editor-in-Chief
Human Papillomavirus Vaccines: Bad News, Good News and Great NewsIncreased vaccination rates can help reduce cervical cancer as a worldwide health threat.
by William G. Nelson, MD, PhD
