Study 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

Blood cancer patients have low rates of enrollment in hospice. One barrier to enrollment is that many hospices do not provide blood transfusions.

by Jon Kelvey

Patients with advanced cancer often go to rehabilitation facilities after a hospital stay in hopes of gaining the strength for further treatment, but the majority do not go on to receive additional cancer therapy, a study reports.

by Ashley P. Taylor

Immune checkpoint inhibitors can be effective treatments for elderly people with some types of advanced cancer, but more information is needed on their risks and benefits in this group.

by Emma Yasinski

Palliative care physician Dawn Gross helps people talk about death by focusing on what they want during life.

by Amy Paturel

Organizations are testing new models of end-of-life care that allow patients to start hospice without stopping treatment.

by Cheryl Platzman Weinstock