Metastatic Breast Cancer
From the Journals
Few Childhood Cancer Survivors Get Recommended Screenings
‘As many as four out of five of these survivors will develop a serious or life-threatening late effect of their cancer therapy by age 45,’ the...
From the Journals
Most Cancer Trial Centers Located Closer to White, Affluent Populations
Researchers compare the distributions of patients of different races and socioeconomic statuses to the locations of clinical research facilities...
Commentary
New Drug Approvals Are the Wrong Metric for Cancer Policy
How should we define success in cancer policy — what should the endpoint be?
Feature
Extraordinary Patients Inspired Father of Cancer Immunotherapy
Renowned researcher, Dr. Steven A. Rosenberg, describes his path to pioneering the use of immunotherapies in treating cancer.
Feature
Combining Targeted Drugs and Radiation in Breast Cancer: What’s Safe?
What is known and unknown about combining radiotherapy and systemic treatments in breast cancer?
From the Journals
Consider These Factors in an Academic Radiation Oncology Position
Editorial gives guidance to radiation oncologists seeking academic positions.
Feature
Look Beyond BMI: Metabolic Factors’ Link to Cancer Explained
A snapshot assessment of metabolic syndrome is inadequate to show an association with cancer risk over time, the authors of new research say.
Feature
Does worsening metabolic syndrome increase the risk of developing cancer?
Elevated trajectories of metabolic syndrome were associated with an elevated overall cancer risk.
Feature
New Cancer Surgical Tech Gets Positive Vote, But Some Cite Safety Concerns
An FDA committee majority voted in support of a new drug-device combination that detects residual cancer, but some are not convinced the benefits...
Feature
Does Exercise Reduce Cancer Risk? It’s Just Not That Simple
What are the cancer types where exercise makes a difference?
News from the FDA/CDC
FDA Removes Harmful Chemicals From Food Packaging
The “major source of dietary exposure to PFAS from food packaging” is being eliminated.