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T-Cell Attacks Cancer Cell
How Does the Immune System Fight Cancer?
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A Leukemia Diary
Actress Wendy Raquel Robinson, National Ambassador for the American Cancer Society and Partnering For Life

Virtual Gospel Music Concert Will Raise Awareness of Cancer in the Black Community

Actress Wendy Raquel Robinson will host the American Cancer Society’s “Call To Action” on December 4th.

Lung Cancer Screening Rates Increase With Access to Medicare

Most people at high risk for lung cancer don’t get recommended screenings, but rates improve for those eligible for Medicare.
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Oral Antiviral Drug Cuts COVID-19 Hospitalization [UPDATED]

Molnupiravir reduces severe illness and death, but it must be started within days after developing symptoms.

New Study Finds Disturbing Lack of Key Leukemia Medication

Researchers call on hematologists and pharmacists to make sure life-saving treatment is kept on-hand for patients with rare leukemia.
Matt, 41, diagnosed with Stage IV colon cancer in 2018, shown here with his wife Yi, received assistance from Family Reach.

The St. Jude’s Controversy: A Welcome Spotlight on the Financial Reality of Cancer

A single mom driving all night with her sick child because she can’t afford a hotel room? That’s what cancer means in the United States.

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FDA Approves Tecartus CAR-T Therapy for Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia

Half of patients treated with the customized T cells achieved complete remission.

Lower Health Literacy Linked to Poorer Cancer Care Outcomes

Cancer patients with lower health literacy reported worse quality of life.

Childhood Cancer Survivors Face Health Risks Later in Life

Although most young people survive cancer, secondary effects from the illness and its treatment can increase future health risks.

Shorter, More Intensive Radiation Safe after Surgery for Prostate Cancer

Many people with prostate cancer can safely receive a shorter, more intensive course of radiation therapy after surgery.

The Moustache Monologues with Rollie Fingers [VIDEO]

It is the time of year where men grow mustaches to bring attention to the importance of getting screened for prostate cancer.

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New Blood Test for Colorectal Cancer Found Effective

Guardant Health’s LUNAR2 blood test detected 90% of colorectal cancer in asymptomatic individuals in a retrospective study.

Bullseye!

I started my clinical trial for BLU-945 last week, and this targeted therapy already looks like it’s hitting the bullseye.

Assessing an Immunotherapy Benefit for Specific Kidney Cancer Patients

A unique analysis measures treatment-free survival after immunotherapy in patients with advanced renal cell carcinoma.

All Adults Can Now Get COVID-19 Vaccine Boosters

Boosters further reduce the risk of severe illness and can help curb coronavirus transmission.
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