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More Women Are Finding Their Voices After a Breast Cancer Diagnosis
After my breast cancer diagnosis, I decided to take a more active role in my treatment plan, opting for radiation therapy over chemotherapy due to concerns about side effects.
Yankees Gift World Series Tickets to Pediatric Patient, “The Warriors” Star Dies and More
From World Series tickets given to a pediatric patient with cancer to the death of David Harris, known as Cochise in “The Warriors,” at the age of 75, here is this week’s cancer news.
Early Data Demonstrate Ablation May Alleviate Pain From Pancreatic Cancer
In the first 15 patients, radiofrequency ablation was shown to reduce pain scores in most patients with pancreatic cancer.
First Patients Dosed in Three Trials Assessing Dato-DXd-Based Regimens in Lung Cancer
Three phase 3 trials will assess datopotamab deruxtecan-based treatments in patients with nonsquamous non-small cell lung cancer.
Opdivo and Yervoy May Improve Survival for Resected Stage 3/4 Melanoma
Patients with resected stage 3 or 4 melanoma treated with immune-oncology agents demonstrated significantly higher cure rates compared to those treated with placebo.
A Month Without Pink, Almost
Preoccupied with other worries during October, a month full of cancer anniversaries, I reflect on how Pinktober caught up with me.
Inrebic May Reduce Spleen Volume in Myelofibrosis
Second-line treatment with Inrebic has been shown to be beneficial for patients with myelofibrosis previously treated with Jakafi.
FDA Warns Against Use of BioZorb Markers
The agency is alerting patients and providers to not use the implantable devices, made for soft tissue such as breast tissue.
Connecting With Others Can Benefit the Greater Breast Cancer Community
In this on-demand webinar series, CURE partnered with Susan G. Komen Foundation and Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center to learn more about how patients with breast cancer can connect with each other.
Self-Advocacy Remains Critical During Breast Cancer
CURE partnered with Susan G. Komen Foundation and Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center for a webinar to discuss the importance of self-advocacy.
Sharing Experiences to Empower Other Patients With Breast Cancer
In this on-demand webinar series, CURE partnered with Susan G. Komen Foundation and Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center to discuss supporting others with breast cancer.
CAR-T Cell Therapy Receives FDA Designation in Kidney Cancer Subset
Regenerative Medicine Advanced Therapy designation was granted to an investigational CAR-T cell therapy for some patients with renal cell carcinoma.
The Never-Ending Cycle of Cancer: Treatment Versus Long-Term Health
My daughter faced the difficult decision of balancing the potential benefits and risks of cancer treatment, including the long-term heart complications associated with Herceptin.
Current Treatment May Be Superior to Recentin In Ovarian Cancer
Treatment containing Recentin demonstrated clinical benefits, but it proves worse than the current standard care treatment.
Balancing Decisions Around Breast Cancer Treatment and Fertility, Breastfeeding
An expert discussed how patients with breast cancer, particularly those with a BRCA mutation, should consider future fertility and breastfeeding when making treatment decisions.
First Patients Dosed in Phase 2 Trial of Ropidoxuridine for Glioblastoma
A phase 2 clinical trial of a new brain cancer treatment is underway.
FDA Approves Scemblix for Some With Newly Diagnosed Chronic Myeloid Leukemia
Treatment with Scemblix was shown to improve response rates in patients with newly diagnosed Philadelphia chromosome-positive chronic myeloid leukemia in the chronic phase.
Prostate Cancer Questions Answered, From PSA Levels to Treatment Decisions
An expert answers prostate cancer questions from a recent CURE Educated Patient Summit.
FDA Expands Approval for Jylamvo to Children With Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia
Jylamvo is an oral liquid formulation of methotrexate originally approved in 2022 for adults with acute lymphoblastic leukemia, among other diseases.
Patients With Cancer Can Benefit from Palliative Care Earlier
An expert told CURE that patients with cancer should discuss palliative care options with their team “as early as possible.”
Phase 3 Trial Begins in mRNA-Based Therapy Plus Keytruda in Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer
This trial will assess an individualized neoantigen therapy plus Keytruda in some patients with non-small cell lung cancer.
Stivarga Improves Survival in Refractory Advanced Gastric Cancer
Stivarga improved survival and delayed disease progression in patients with refractory advanced gastric and esophagogastric junction cancer.
My Family’s Strong Support During My Experience With Colon Cancer
Carla Deschamps shares her experience with colon cancer and how her brother, sisters and parents helped her through the journey.
Radiation May Cause Secondary Cancer in Some Breast Cancers
Receiving radiation therapy for breast cancers harboring TP53 germline variants may cause secondary cancers, but risk estimates are unconfirmed.
Monitoring Treatment With Different Types of Biopsies in Lung Cancer
An expert discussed how liquid and tissue biopsies can help monitor treatment and detect potential resistance in patients with non-small cell lung cancer.
A Compassionate and Collaborative Oncology Infusion Nurse
Two colleagues of an oncology nurse highlight her utmost respect for patients and as a liaison to the greater team.
God Helped Me See a Better Side During Kidney Cancer
When I was diagnosed with a rare and aggressive kidney cancer, I turned to God and He has helped me through my journey, each step of the way.
Regular Check-Ups Provide Necessary Support During Breast Cancer Survivorship
Through regular follow-ups and symptom assessments, breast cancer survivors have the access to physical and emotional support they may need.
FDA Accepts New Drug Application for Pixclara for Glioma Imaging
The FDA has accepted a new drug application for the glioma-imaging agent Pixclara, with a decision expected next year.
Aerobic Exercise May Reduce Depression Among Patients with Cancer
Researchers have found that engaging in aerobic physical activity results in modest depression reduction among some patients with cancer.