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A Journey of Transformation With Neuroendocrine Cancer
My diagnosis of neuroendocrine carcinoma gave me a new perspective on life.
Low-Dose Radiation Elicits Responses in Orbital B-Cell Lymphoma
Reduced doses of radiation were shown to be effective for some patients with indolent orbital B-cell lymphoma, researchers said.
Answers to 10 Frequently Asked Questions About Metastatic Breast Cancer
Here are answers to 10 questions patients asked at the CURE® Educated Patient® Metastatic Breast Cancer Summit about scans, treatment and clinical trials.
A Role Model in Faith and Cancer
A friend of mine is strong in her faith and is living well with a stage 4 cancer diagnosis. She is someone I look up to in these matters.
5 Factors Linked to Greater Chance of Polycythemia Vera Progression
Researchers identified five traits that may increase a person’s chance of experiencing polycythemia vera progression.
Finding My Cancer Community Was a Serendipitous Experience
I was thankful to find the Imerman Angels after being diagnosed with a rare form of cancer.
Presurgical Targeted Therapy, Immunotherapy Show Responses in Melanoma
Researchers have found that among patients with certain melanoma, presurgical targeted therapy and immunotherapy can result in better pathologic response.
How Patients With Glioblastoma Can Cope With Cognitive Impairments
Putting notes on the fridge is one method that may help patients with glioblastoma who have worsened short-term memory, an expert explained.
Life With Metastatic Cancer: How Do You Do It?
I’m approaching 10 years with stage 4 breast cancer, and this question tops the “most asked” list.
Focused Radiation Is Safe, Effective for Metastatic Gynecologic Cancer
Stereotactic ablative radiotherapy led to promising disease control in patients with metastatic gynecologic cancers, research showed.
Finding A Community of Hope in the Midst of Cancer
When it comes to life — and cancer — there is strength in numbers. I learned this after joining a cancer support group that offered me hope.
Oncology Nurse Practitioner Extraordinaire
Dana Oswald, APRN, moved from Ohio to rural Alaska three years ago, and has been providing excellent patient care there ever since.
I Was Anchored in Faith During Breast Cancer
Receiving treatment for breast cancer during college was a challenge, but I was anchored in faith to persevere and even graduated cum laude.
My Decision to Receive CAR-T Cell Therapy for Multiple Myeloma
I decided to receive CAR-T cell therapy for multiple myeloma when my previous regimen stopped working and now, I'm living my best life.
Researchers Urge Caution of Immunotherapy in Older Patients with Melanoma
Citing toxicities and lack of efficacy, some are calling for caution when treating older patients with melanoma with immune checkpoint inhibitors.
FDA Fast Tracks Pancreatic Cancer Vaccine
A second dendritic cell vaccine has received fast track designation from the Food and Drug Administration.
Nubeqa Plus Hormone Therapy May Slow Prostate Cancer Progression
Nubeqa plus androgen deprivation therapy displayed positive radiological progression-free survival results in early trial data.
3 Years Later, I’m Revisiting My (Unclear) Life After Cancer
When my life after stage 4 osteosarcoma felt unclear, I did my best to trust the process. Three years later, here's what happened.
Teddi Mellencamp Reveals More Melanoma Lesions, Michael Strahan’s Daughter Cancer-Free and More
From Teddi Mellencamp revealing that she had more melanoma spots removed to Isabella Strahan announcing being cancer-free, here’s what’s happening in the oncology space this week.
Cancer Helped Me See the Life I Prayed For
When eating, walking and bathing became difficult after cancer, my daughter stepped in. I was proud of who she had become.
Novel AML Drug Receives FDA Fast Track Designation
An FDA fast track designation was granted to DSP-5336, a novel treatment for patients with relapsed or refractory AML with KMT2A gene rearrangements.
Breast Neurotization May Help Quality of Life in Breast Cancer Care
With breast neurotization after receiving a mastectomy, breast cancer survivors may be able to mitigate post-mastectomy chest numbness over time.
Giving Back to Family After Breast Cancer
My mother helped take care of me when I had breast cancer. Now, I find myself giving back and taking care of her after she broke her hip.
Radiation a Curative-Intent Option in NSCLC and Interstitial Lung Disease
For some patients with early non-small cell lung cancer and lung scarring, stereotactic ablative radiotherapy may be a viable option, research has shown.
Finding a Second Opinion Was a Pivotal Moment in My Cancer Experience
From second opinions to research and asking for help, here are some pivotal lessons I learned after a mantle cell lymphoma diagnosis.
Breast Cancer Treatment May Protect Against Dementia
Hormone therapy for breast cancer had a protective factor against Alzheimer’s disease and dementia in certain breast cancer survivors.
Pre- and Postsurgical Opdivo Does Not Boost Relapse-Free Survival in Kidney Cancer
Relapse outcomes were similar in patients with high-risk renal cell carcinoma treated with Opdivo and with observation before and after surgery.
Finding Focus Outside of My Cancer
After having SLL for 15 years, I won't let it define me — now, I'm working towards larger passions in my life.
Iclusig Leads to Better Responses Than Gleevec in Leukemia Subset
Patients with Philadelphia chromosome-positive acute lymphoblastic leukemia had better MRD statuses after receiving Iclusig, compared with Gleevec.
The Role of Emotion in a Cancer Diagnosis and Treatment
When deciding which treatment to receive for breast cancer, I realized negative emotions can affect the body more than I thought.