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By the NumbersTalking to doctors about cancer and its treatment often means being bombarded with numbers, from percentages to risk ratios. Yet many people don’t fully comprehend what the numbers mean. As a result, cancer patients may not understand their prognosis, the effect a treatment might have, or their risk for recurrence. Photo © iStock / PeterHermesFurian To […]
by Cameron Walker
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The Evolution of CancerQ&A with molecular biologist James DeGregori on cancer development.
by Sue Rochman
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Breast Density MattersBreast cancer risk factor may be overlooked.
by Kendall K. Morgan
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More Options for Adolescents in Clinical TrialsNew recommendations support inclusion of teens in adult studies.
by Susan Kreimer
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Choosing a Cancer CenterNCI-designated cancer centers play an important role in patient care.
by Kristine Meldrum Denholm
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The Cost of PrescriptionsFinancial factors can influence cancer patients' use of medications
by Kate Yandell
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Tackling Drug ResistanceResearchers are studing new ways to keep treatments working longer.
by Stephen Ornes
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A New Look for Clinical TrialsMore focused efforts aim to increase the number and type of participants in research studies. One goal is for study participants to be more like the patients who will take the drug if it is approved.
by Sue Rochman
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A Focus on Pediatric Cancer ScreeningThe AACR shares research papers that summarize recommendations for monitoring children and adolescents with cancer predisposition syndromes.
by Garrett M. Brodeur
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Revised Prostate Cancer Screening Guidelines Proposed
The U.S. Preventive Services Task Force suggests an individualized approach to prostate cancer screening.
ASCO and the Society for Integrative Oncology issue recommendations for integrative medicine approaches that have been supported with research.
by Teresa Bergen
A Look at Disparities Across Cancer CareA new AACR report tracks progress in addressing cancer health disparities and identifies work that still needs to be done.
by Eric Fitzsimmons
Credit Agencies to Remove Some Medical Debt From ReportsChanges to what medical debt is included in credit reports could give patients more time to resolve outstanding bills.
by Karon Warren
The Mental Toll of a Cancer DiagnosisNew studies shine a light on the effects of a cancer diagnosis on mental health and suicide risk.
by Pamela Rafalow Grossman
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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.
Learning Medicare’s ABCDs
