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The @Georgetown @LombardiCancer population sciences research program. Our mission: conduct innovative, impactful research to alleviate the burden of cancer.

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@GeorgetownCPC
Georgetown Cancer Prevention and Control Program
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Using simulation models, David Levy and colleagues found major differences in the initial levels and rates of decline in smoking prevalence by education, leading to widening health inequities. Further study is warranted on education-related policy impacts.
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tobaccocontrol.bmj.com
Introduction Simulation models are helpful in anticipating future trends and developing effective tobacco control policies to reduce smoking-related inequities. However, few models have systematica...
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@GeorgetownCPC
Georgetown Cancer Prevention and Control Program
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Risk factors for aggressive #ProstateCancer are not well defined. This systematic review and meta-analysis provide an overview of the relationship between cardiometabolic diseases (e.g., diabetes, obesity, hypertension) and aggressive #ProstateCancer.
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bmccancer.biomedcentral.com
Background Prostate cancer is the most prevalent cancer among men within the U.S. and globally, with rising incidence, including advanced-staged disease. Risk factors for aggressive prostate cancer...
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@GeorgetownCPC
Georgetown Cancer Prevention and Control Program
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This new @NTR_Journal scoping review by Mona Issabakhsh, David Levy, and colleagues focuses on the relationship between heated tobacco products (HTPs) and cigarette use in Japan. Japan's rapid increase in sales and use of HTPs provides a unique case study.
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academic.oup.com
AbstractIntroduction. The emergence and rapid increase in sales and use of heated tobacco products (HTPs) in Japan provides a unique case study of their vi
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@GeorgetownCPC
Georgetown Cancer Prevention and Control Program
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New in @JAMA_current from @drCarterBawa: "Realizing the full promise of #LungCancer screening will require... the development of multilevel, multimodal strategies that equitably translate evidence into practice." Read more šŸ‘‡ https://t.co/28TFtjPEOz
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jamanetwork.com
Lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer-related death in the US. Randomized trials have demonstrated that annual lung cancer screening reduces lung cancer–specific mortality by approximately 20%...
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@GeorgetownCPC
Georgetown Cancer Prevention and Control Program
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#BreastCancer survivors are at risk for heart failure and cardiomyopathy, but there is no standard method to identify those most at risk. Arnold Potosky and team developed a new model to predict cardiac outcomes in women with early-stage #BreastCancer.
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jamanetwork.com
This longitudinal cohort study investigates whether a risk prediction model can estimate the 10-year risk of developing heart failure or cardiomyopathy in women receiving systemic treatment for...
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@GeorgetownCPC
Georgetown Cancer Prevention and Control Program
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New in @jcansurv from @ElhamMohebbi, Alaina Carr, Kristi Graves, Laura Rozek, and colleagues! Quality of life improves over time since #HeadAndNeckCancer diagnosis, particularly among survivors who never smoked or quit smoking after diagnosis.
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link.springer.com
Journal of Cancer Survivorship - Head and neck squamous cell carcinoma (HNSCC) significantly impacts patients’ quality of life (QoL). This study investigated long-term QoL outcomes among 619...
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@GeorgetownCPC
Georgetown Cancer Prevention and Control Program
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Over 460 people attended the 19th Annual Lombardi Women event supporting the Nina Hyde Center for #BreastCancer Research at @LombardiCancer. Congrats to @DrClaireC, who received the Davis-McDuffie Innovation in Breast Cancer Award! Read more about it ā¤µļø https://t.co/VvWNp5CBOw
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lombardi.georgetown.edu
At the 19th annual Lombardi Women event, more than 460 attendees gathered to celebrate the doctors, nurses, researchers, patients, survivors and supporters engaged in the fight against breast cancer...
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@GeorgetownCPC
Georgetown Cancer Prevention and Control Program
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Happy Halloween from the @LombardiCancer Cancer Prevention and Control Program! We had a great time at our annual Halloween party, thanks to the CPC Teamwork Committee. Special shout-out to our costume contest winners, Charlie Brown and friends! šŸŽƒ
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@GeorgetownCPC
Georgetown Cancer Prevention and Control Program
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Today we are celebrating the efforts of the @LombardiCancer Community Advisory Board and the Community Outreach and Engagement office with our annual Gift of Life Breakfast! Learn more about what we do at: https://t.co/pqYZJHKvp3
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@GeorgetownCPC
Georgetown Cancer Prevention and Control Program
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People with and without diabetes can use continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) to support lifestyle change. @SSchembre and colleagues assessed CGM-related distress using mixed methods. CGM supports healthy lifestyle changes but also contributes to distress.
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@GeorgetownCPC
Georgetown Cancer Prevention and Control Program
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Today, CPC researchers are biking 25+ miles for the @LombardiCancer @RideBellRinger fundraiser! All of the proceeds from this amazing event support cancer research. #GearUpEndCancer Learn more and donate at the link below šŸ‘‡ https://t.co/OzpGZfCHtM
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@GeorgetownCPC
Georgetown Cancer Prevention and Control Program
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In this new @IJERPH_MDPI article, Chiranjeev Dash, Lucile Adams-Campbell, @shelovesepi, and colleagues report that it was feasible to assess Black and Hispanic #BreastCancer survivors' explosure to endocrine-disrupting chemicals using silicone wristbands.
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mdpi.com
This pilot study explored the feasibility and acceptability of utilizing silicone wristbands to assess exposure to endocrine-disrupting chemicals (EDCs) among 25 Black and Hispanic breast cancer...
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@GeorgetownCPC
Georgetown Cancer Prevention and Control Program
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Exercise has always been important for good health. A recent study shows it can even help people live longer after being diagnosed with colon cancer. Read more about it in this @BehavioralMed article from @DrClaireC and colleagues šŸ‘‡ https://t.co/kxxvzu2A2O
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sbm.org
Exercise has always been important for good health. A recent study shows it can even help people live longer after being diagnosed with colon cancer.
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@GeorgetownCPC
Georgetown Cancer Prevention and Control Program
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Researchers at @MedStarHealth are developing and fine-tuning a complex algorithm that analyzes a patient’s electronic health record for several aspects of health to identify whether they could benefit from #PalliativeCare. Read more šŸ‘‡ https://t.co/xQ3xqJZAUk
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medstarhealth.org
Palliative care improves outcomes for people with serious illnesses. Discover how our research aims to help more people access these services more quickly.
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@GeorgetownCPC
Georgetown Cancer Prevention and Control Program
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Depression and anxiety are common among patients with metastatic #BreastCancer (MBC), but there are few interventions specifically designed for this group. @DrClaireC and colleagues tested a #PositivePsychology program for patients with MBC.
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formative.jmir.org
Background: Depression and anxiety are prevalent among patients with metastatic breast cancer (MBC), but there are few evidence-based psychological interventions specifically designed for this...
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@GeorgetownCPC
Georgetown Cancer Prevention and Control Program
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Congrats to Muriel Statman, research coordinator in the cancer prevention and control program at @LombardiCancer, who received the GUMC Staff Community Award! The award honors colleagues who go above and beyond on behalf of our community. Read more at: https://t.co/vsnQj7EL8a
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@GeorgetownCPC
Georgetown Cancer Prevention and Control Program
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This weekend, Nina Kadan-Lottick and colleagues presented at #ASCOQLTY25. They described the @AmericanCancer ECHO program on the distinct needs of pediatric, adolescent, and young adult #CancerSurvivors, which integrated lived experience experts.
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ascopubs.org
530Background: Annually, more than 95,000 children, adolescents, and young adults receive a cancer diagnosis before the age of 40 in the United States. While 85% survive at least five years, this...
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@GeorgetownCPC
Georgetown Cancer Prevention and Control Program
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Dr. Christopher Loffredo, director of Global Oncology at @LombardiCancer recently published the book ā€œGlobetrotting for Science.ā€ In it he recounts his adventures working as a scientist in locations including Australia, Egypt, China, Thailand and Russia.
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@GeorgetownCPC
Georgetown Cancer Prevention and Control Program
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.@theNCI's Cancer Center Cessation Initiative, including Dr. Kathryn Taylor, published suggested standardized definitions for tobacco assessment and treatment utilization metrics. These definitions can improve communication about tobacco use treatment.
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Georgetown Cancer Prevention and Control Program
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New in @CEBP_AACR! @shelovesepi and colleagues explored the relationship between physical activity and #OvarianCancer. Surprisingly, physical activity was NOT associated with ovarian cancer risk, highlighting the complexity of physical activity research.
aacrjournals.org
Abstract. Background: Regular physical inactivity may increase ovarian cancer risk, but few studies have investigated whether this association is similar among Black and White women. Methods: In a...
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