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Lymph Node Radiation Reduced Death in Young Patients with Prostate Cancer
Whole-pelvic radiation conferred a 67% lower risk of all-cause mortality among patients younger than 65 with unfavorable-risk prostate cancer.
The Unexpected Joy of Cancer
My colon cancer diagnosis significantly dwarfed all my other problems.
MRD Status May Help Personalize Myeloma Treatment
Using tests to identify minimal residual disease may help determine how much treatment patients with multiple myeloma require.
FDA to Review Inavolisib Combo for HR-Positive, HER2-Negative Breast Cancer
The Food and Drug Administration granted a breakthrough therapy designation to inavolisib plus Ibrance and fulvestrant for HR-positive, HER2-negative locally advanced or metastatic breast cancer.
My Sister’s Cancer Anniversaries Are Days of Gratitude
My sister and I have learned to focus on the present day after a rollercoaster ride of remission, a cure and recurrence of stage 4 Hodgkin lymphoma.
Chemo for Breast Cancer May Lead to Declined Physical Function
Aerobic and strength training exercises may help preserve physical functioning in older adults with early-stage breast cancer who received chemotherapy.
A Poem About Cancer and Weeds
With my breast cancer experience, there's always a juxtaposition between the fear of mortality and the hope of living.
Onivyde May Have Similar Survival Outcomes as Chemo in Small Cell Lung Cancer
Onivyde did not outperform chemotherapy in improving outcomes for patients with relapsed small cell lung cancer, despite having better response rates.
Aricept Does Not Improve Chemo Brain, But Other Interventions Might
An Alzheimer’s drug did not have an effect on cognitive function in breast cancer survivors. However, one researcher noted reasons why there is still hope.
A Life Too Soon Taken by Metastatic Breast Cancer
When I received news of a fellow blogger’s demise, I was heartbroken.
Dato-DXd May Be Better Tolerated Than Chemo in HR+/HER2– Breast Cancer
Safety data further support datopotamab deruxtecan as a new treatment option in metastatic hormone receptor–positive, HER2-negative breast cancer.
Realizing How Precious Time is During Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma
Throughout my experience with stage 4 non-Hodgkin lymphoma, I realized that time is precious to me.
Chemo and IMRT Leads to Promising Outcomes in Vulvar Cancer
Most patients with locally advanced vulvar cancer who received chemotherapy and IMRT experienced a disappearance of their cancer.
SBRT and Hormone Therapy May Delay Advanced Prostate Cancer Progression
Stereotactic body radiotherapy and hormone treatment resulted in 40.1% 12-month progression-free survival in a recent study.
It’s OK to Dislike Your Body Because of Breast Cancer
My relationship with my body has changed over the years, especially during and after breast cancer. Now, I have accepted the way I look.
Surgery and Radiation May Have Similar Quality of Life Outcomes in Lung Cancer
Patients with high-risk early-stage non-small cell lung cancer who underwent surgery reported similar quality of life outcomes as those who had radiation.
Truqap/Faslodex Delays Time to Breast Cancer Progression, Next Therapy
Adding Truqap to Faslodex improved outcomes in patients with locally advanced or metastatic HR-positive, HER2-negative breast cancer.
A Poem: My Colon Cancer Remix
I hope my poem — which outlines my experience being diagnosed with colon cancer — brings light to someone’s day.
The Impact of the Oncology Nurse Navigator on the Lives of Patient and Caregiver
Jill May, B.S.N., RN, OCN, shows her commitment to her patients and their caregivers through acts of kindness and compassion — especially during tough times.
Checkmate: Beating Cancer at Its Own Game
One night, I had a dream that I played chess with Death and well, I won.
The Value of Time in Cancer Care
Dayna Hardee, RN, encourages patients, letting them know that someone has their back, someone is praying for them and someone is responding when they have a need.
Tecvayli Effective in BCMA-Pretreated R/R Multiple Myeloma
Tecvayli responses were found to be slightly lower in patients with relapsed/refractory myeloma treated with another BCMA-targeted therapy.
Blood Sugar Levels May Affect Cancer Outcomes in Patients With Diabetes
When it comes to high blood sugar, cancer and diabetes can create a “vicious cycle,” as one expert explained.
Applying Positive Affirmations as My Response to Colon Cancer
I use affirmation as a technique to turn my negative thoughts about colon cancer into positive ones. Now, I see cancer as a blessing in disguise.
Olivia Munn Has Hysterectomy After Breast Cancer, Michael McDonald’s Lesson from Wife’s Cancer and More
From Olivia Munn opening up about undergoing a hysterectomy and egg retrieval to Michael McDonald’s learned lesson after his wife’s cancer, here’s what’s going on in the oncology space this week.
FDA Expedites Review of Petosemtamab in Head and Neck Cancer
A breakthrough therapy designation was granted to petosemtamab by the FDA to treat patients with recurrent or metastatic head and neck cancers.
FDA Approves Imdelltra For Advanced SCLC
The Food and Drug Administration approved Imdelltra (tarlatamab) for the treatment of patients with advanced small cell lung cancer that progressed on or after a platinum-based chemotherapy.
Erleada, ADT ‘One-Two Punch’ in Prostate Cancer Treatment
The postsurgical combination of androgen deprivation therapy and Erleada has shown promising results in prostate cancer.
My ‘Bag of Tricks’ Helps Overcome Fear During Stage 4 Ovarian Cancer
Ignoring fear and anxiety only allows them to grow until they explode into a full-blown anxiety attack. It’s okay to be scared about cancer progression.
Adding Tecentriq to Chemo Did Not Boost TNBC Survival
The addition of Tecentriq to chemotherapy did not improve overall survival in patients with relapsed triple-negative breast cancer.