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A magazine from the @AACR that educates and empowers cancer patients, survivors and caregivers.
Philadelphia, Pa.
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The Rally for Medical Research will head to Capitol Hill on September 18 to advocate for making research funding a national priority. Learn how to get involved: #RallyMedRes
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In a process known as prior authorization, insurers may require additional information before approving certain treatments or tests. This process can be confusing, so we asked @AshleySumrallMD to explain how it works:
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Surgery for mismatch repair-deficient cancers may not be necessary after a complete response to immunotherapy.
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Join the AACR in supporting federal funding of research. Urge your members of Congress to increase funding for the National Institutes of Health. Your voice can help drive a breakthrough. Take action today:
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#ICYMI: Researchers found steroids can blunt the effects of immune checkpoint inhibitors, but they remain an important tool for managing dangerous cancer symptoms.
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RT @AACR: A recent study found that steroids can blunt the effectiveness of cancer treatment using immune checkpoint inhibitors. Learn what….
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This week in cancer news: A device that dispenses chemotherapy over several weeks demonstrates potential against bladder cancer; long-distance running may raise the risk of precancerous polyps; and more.
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Cancer survivors can accumulate a lot of paperwork over the course of treatment. But once it's over, what do you need to keep and what can be thrown away? Read advice from an expert:
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For esophageal cancer patients, immunotherapy may help shrink tumors and make more people eligible for surgery.
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#ICYMI: Relacorilant improved sensitivity to chemotherapy and extended survival in ovarian cancer that has become resistant to previous treatments.
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This week in cancer news: Chemotherapy may not benefit older women with breast cancer, pancreatic cancer vaccine trial links immune response and survival, and more.
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PSMA-targeted therapy brings radiation directly to cancer cells. Learn how a novel approach to treatment may be an option for men for whom other treatments have stopped working.
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Cigarettes aren't the only risk factor for lung cancer. Learn how air pollution, both indoors and outdoors, can raise your lung cancer risk.
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While some people are supportive during cancer treatment, others seem to disappear. Learn about “cancer ghosting” in our summer issue.
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Patient-reported outcomes are changing how some oncologists track and manage side effects in cancer patients. Learn more @crenshawseeds
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Adding relacorilant to treatment to improve responses to chemotherapy led to longer survival in platinum-resistant ovarian cancer in a phase III trial.
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Calcium-rich foods are well-known for building stronger bones, but research suggests they might also offer protection from colorectal cancer. Read more:.
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#ICYMI: Early results of infusing CAR T-cell therapy directly into the brain show promise for treating the rare brain cancer DIPG.
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This week in cancer news: The FDA has approved the first targeted therapy for an aggressive brain cancer, people in their 40s are increasingly being screened for colorectal cancer, and more.
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Taking a vacation? Caregivers can make traveling with a loved one who has cancer easier and safer with some planning. Learn more in our summer issue: @ryangentzler @KarenBannan
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