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News, opinions and meeting coverage in oncology/hematology.

Study Backs Skipping 5-FU Bolus in Chemo Regimens for Gastrointestinal Cancers

β€” No difference in overall survival with versus without bolus, less toxicity without

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Women With HCC Less Likely to Receive Liver Transplant, More Likely to Die Than Men

This difference is mostly explained by their smaller stature, researchers say

Sep 05, 2024
No Cellphone, Brain Cancer Link; Testosterone Paradox; Breast Density and Cancer

News, features, and commentary about cancer-related issues

Sep 05, 2024
The Truth About Apple AirPods

Dr. Mike looks at the research on electromagnetic fields

Sep 05, 2024
Doxorubicin-Trabectedin Strategy Boosts Survival in Challenging Sarcoma

Combination for leiomyosarcoma improved OS by 9 months versus doxorubicin alone

Sep 04, 2024
The Truth About Apple AirPods

Dr. Mike looks at the research on electromagnetic fields

Doxorubicin-Trabectedin Strategy Boosts Survival in Challenging Sarcoma

Combination for leiomyosarcoma improved OS by 9 months versus doxorubicin alone

Oncology/Hematology Case Studies

Middle-Age Man Presents With Necrotizing Mass on Nose

Rare condition can be deadly without early diagnosis and treatment

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Significant Left Nasal Obstruction Finally Diagnosed After 2 Years

Nonspecific presentation impedes early diagnosis of rare indolent tumor in older man

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After Chemo, Breast Cancer Patient Develops Two Malignant Neoplasms

Be aware of the potential for secondary malignancy in relation to LCH diagnosis, researchers urge

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Off-the-Shelf Drug Matches CAR-T Effects in Refractory Lupus

Patient achieves remission with biologic agent currently used for myeloma

Sep 04, 2024
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The Higher the Disability Burden From Disease, the Higher the Suicide Risk

Having a medical condition was tied to increased risk of suicide in a dose-response-like manner

Sep 04, 2024
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Infections the Main Cause of Nonrelapse Mortality After CAR-T for Blood Cancers

Systematic review and meta-analysis finds CAR T-cell-specific toxicities only account for 11.5%

Sep 04, 2024
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Cell Phones and Brain Cancer; Bogus Doctor Faces New Charges; Cannabis Rescheduling

Health news and commentary gathered by ΔΎΉΟΦ±²₯ staff

Sep 04, 2024
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BTK Inhibitor Active in Half of Patients With Richter Transformation

Responses to pirtobrutinib observed in patients with previously treated disease

Sep 03, 2024
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False-Positive Mammograms May Discourage Subsequent Screenings

Recommendations for short-interval follow-up or biopsy likely a factor

Sep 02, 2024
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Oncologist Sued for Double-Billing; Pharmacy Deserts; 'She Loved Scotch and Pizza'

News, features, and commentary about cancer-related issues

Aug 30, 2024
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Opinion
Your Patient Has Been Dealt a Hand With Four ACEs. What Now?

In cancer survivorship, we must address patients' psychological wellness

Aug 30, 2024
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Benefits of Neoadjuvant Immunotherapy in Breast Cancer Extend Beyond TNBC

Meta-analysis shows ICIs also improved pCR rates in HR-positive/HER2-negative disease

Aug 29, 2024
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Congresswomen Press FDA on Delayed Proposal to Ban Hair-Straightening Chemicals

Agency has delayed the target date twice

Aug 29, 2024
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Lung Function Stable in Sickle Cell Patients After Non-Myeloablative Transplant

Results from some pulmonary function tests even showed improvement 3 years post-transplant

Aug 28, 2024
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Is Exercise an Effective Treatment for Prostate Cancer?

A deep dive with Rob Newton, a pioneer in the field of exercise oncology

Aug 28, 2024
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Lasting Reductions in CRC Incidence, Death With Single Sigmoidoscopy

But editorialists call USPSTF-recommended screening option "outdated"

Aug 27, 2024
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Mixed Results With Cyclophosphamide in Mismatched Unrelated Stem Cell Transplants

Better survival in one registry study, detriment with class I HLA mismatch in another

Aug 27, 2024
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