Friday Frontline: Cancer Updates, Research and Education on October 4, 2019
October 4th 2019From Matthew Knowles revealing a male breast cancer and BRCA2 diagnosis to a sarcoma survivor donating thousands of toys in lieu of birthday presents, here’s what is making headlines in the cancer space this week.
FDA Approves Frontline Darzalex Regimen to Treat Patients With Multiple Myeloma
September 26th 2019The four-drug regimen of Darzalex in combination with Velcade, Thalomid and dexamethasone has been approved for the treatment of newly diagnosed patients with multiple myeloma who are eligible for autologous stem cell transplant.
Patients With Multiple Myeloma Get Shortchanged in Supportive Care
September 18th 2019Receiving supportive care can help ease symptoms of cancer and its treatment, improving quality of life for patients. But many with multiple myeloma are missing out on aspects of this type of care, according to study findings published in Cancer.