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Non–Small Cell Lung Cancer Takes Center StageA trio of clinical trials at the AACR Annual Meeting spotlight new avenues for non”“small cell lung cancer treatment.
by Brad Jones
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Cancer Researchers Offer Reasons for OptimismCancer researchers and patient advocates spoke about progress against cancer at a public education forum sponsored by the American Association for Cancer Research.
by Kevin McLaughlin
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Pembrolizumab Shows Further Promise for MelanomaIn a phase III clinical trial, pembrolizumab yielded a 75.4 percent recurrence-free survival rate after 12 months among patients whose stage III melanoma tumors had been fully resected.
by Brad Jones
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The Evolving Role of Patient AdvocacyAACR's Scientist↔Survivor Program marks a milestone as patient advocates continue to shape research and policy.
by Marci A. Landsmann
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An Advocate’s Guide to Attending Scientific MeetingsTwo graduates of the AACR Scientist↔Survivor Program share tips for getting the most out of large scientific conferences.
by Bob Riter and Carole Baas
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Making Decisions About Breast SurgeryPatients who opt for breast reconstruction after mastectomy tend to overestimate how happy they will be with the results, while those who do not get reconstruction tend to underestimate their future satisfaction.
by Cici Zhang
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A Better Way to Screen for Lynch Syndrome?Researchers say a next-generation sequencing test could improve screening in colorectal cancer patients for a hereditary syndrome that raises cancer risk. Some experts have concerns.
by Cheryl Platzman Weinstock
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Making Sense of Cancer ProgressCancer Today editor Kevin McLaughlin contemplates what it means to report on cancer research advances when so many continue to die of the disease.
by Kevin McLaughlin
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A Book Club for Cancer Survivors and CaregiversShare your experiences as we discuss “A Cure Within” in a Cancer Today Facebook group.
by Marci A. Landsmann
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Online Discussions Reveal Little-Known Side EffectsAnalyzing online patient conversations could shed light on adverse drug reactions.
by Brad Jones
Legislation to speed cancer drug development for children and adolescents requires drug companies to test drugs in children, but trials in people under 18 may take years to generate results.
by Marci A. Landsmann
Understanding Stress and CancerA symposium at the AACR Annual Meeting explores how social factors contribute to elevated risk of cancer in some populations.
by Eric Fitzsimmons
Exploring Amino Acids’ Impact on Tumor GrowthResearchers are investigating how to match specific dietary changes with therapy to impede cancer progression.
by Thomas Celona
Study Shows Minority Participation in Clinical Trials May Be DecliningResearcher speculates that costly genetic testing may be limiting outreach to underserved communities.
by Marci A. Landsmann
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Using Lymphocytes to Attack TumorsSooner rather than later may be the best strategy for using an experimental treatment for advanced melanoma.
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Closing Disparities Through Genetic TestingOlufunmilayo Olopade seeks widespread use of testing to encourage prevention and early detection of deadly cancers.
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