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Genomic deletions explain why some types of melanoma resist targeted therapies

Genomic deletions explain why some types of melanoma resist targeted therapies

byCenter for Genomic RegulationCredit: CC0 Public DomainMelanoma is the deadliest form of skin cancer. With global incidence rates rising, new, more effective treatments are necessary to allevia

Genomic deletions explain why some types of melanoma resist targeted therapies

byCenter for Genomic RegulationCredit: CC0 Public DomainMelanoma is the deadliest form of skin cancer. With global incidence rates rising, new, more effective treatments are necessary to allevia
Treatment beneficial for nonagenarians with lung cancer

Treatment beneficial for nonagenarians with lung cancer

(HealthDay)—Receiving treatment is associated with better survival for nonagenarians with non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC), with the greatest survival benefit for stage I patients, according to a st

Treatment beneficial for nonagenarians with lung cancer

(HealthDay)—Receiving treatment is associated with better survival for nonagenarians with non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC), with the greatest survival benefit for stage I patients, according to a st
Long-term cardiomyopathy risk varies by chemo agent

Long-term cardiomyopathy risk varies by chemo agent

(HealthDay)—Long-term cardiomyopathy risk varies by chemotherapy agent for childhood cancer survivors, with a decreased risk for daunorubicin versus doxorubicin, according to a study recently publishe

Long-term cardiomyopathy risk varies by chemo agent

(HealthDay)—Long-term cardiomyopathy risk varies by chemotherapy agent for childhood cancer survivors, with a decreased risk for daunorubicin versus doxorubicin, according to a study recently publishe
Research provides critical information about size and growth speed of gliomas

Research provides critical information about size and growth speed of gliomas

by Kelley Luckstein,Mayo ClinicCredit: Mayo ClinicAn important new clue for preventing and treating brain tumors known as gliomas has been identified in research led by the Lunenfeld-Tannenbaum

Research provides critical information about size and growth speed of gliomas

by Kelley Luckstein,Mayo ClinicCredit: Mayo ClinicAn important new clue for preventing and treating brain tumors known as gliomas has been identified in research led by the Lunenfeld-Tannenbaum
Research raises hopes for new treatment of fusion-driven cancer

Research raises hopes for new treatment of fusion-driven cancer

by Aarhus UniversityFusion-gene disruption strategy.ADual intron-targeting CRISPR-Cas9-mediated disruption ofRUNX1-RUNX1T1. sgRNAs targeting intron 4 ofRUNX1(orange)

Research raises hopes for new treatment of fusion-driven cancer

by Aarhus UniversityFusion-gene disruption strategy.ADual intron-targeting CRISPR-Cas9-mediated disruption ofRUNX1-RUNX1T1. sgRNAs targeting intron 4 ofRUNX1(orange)
Policies favoring high-volume hospitals may disadvantage rural cancer patients

Policies favoring high-volume hospitals may disadvantage rural cancer patients

by University of PittsburghCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainPatients with cancer who live in rural Pennsylvania counties appear to know that they may have better outcomes if they receive their ca

Policies favoring high-volume hospitals may disadvantage rural cancer patients

by University of PittsburghCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainPatients with cancer who live in rural Pennsylvania counties appear to know that they may have better outcomes if they receive their ca
Two studies describe improved approach to bone marrow transplant

Two studies describe improved approach to bone marrow transplant

by Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical CenterThese images from scientists at Cincinnati Children's show hematopoietic stem cells (blood stem cells) from donor laboratory mice. The dono

Two studies describe improved approach to bone marrow transplant

by Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical CenterThese images from scientists at Cincinnati Children's show hematopoietic stem cells (blood stem cells) from donor laboratory mice. The dono
Exercise testing detects silent cardiovascular dangers common in pediatric cancer survivors

Exercise testing detects silent cardiovascular dangers common in pediatric cancer survivors

by Nemours Children's Health SystemCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainCardiopulmonary exercise testing (CPET) can detect underlying early signs of cardiovascular problems in asymptomatic pediat

Exercise testing detects silent cardiovascular dangers common in pediatric cancer survivors

by Nemours Children's Health SystemCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainCardiopulmonary exercise testing (CPET) can detect underlying early signs of cardiovascular problems in asymptomatic pediat
Unlocking the body's hidden weapon against cancer: The role of broken chromosomes

Unlocking the body's hidden weapon against cancer: The role of broken chromosomes

by Zhejiang UniversityCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainScientists have unraveled the mechanisms of the cyclic guanosine monophosphate-adenosine monophosphate synthase-stimulator of interferon genes (c

Unlocking the body's hidden weapon against cancer: The role of broken chromosomes

by Zhejiang UniversityCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainScientists have unraveled the mechanisms of the cyclic guanosine monophosphate-adenosine monophosphate synthase-stimulator of interferon genes (c
Researchers identify key metabolic regulators of drug resistance in the fight against pancreatic cancer

Researchers identify key metabolic regulators of drug resistance in the fight against pancreatic cancer

by Rebecca Brierley,University at BuffaloGraphical abstract. Credit:Molecular & Cellular Proteomics(2022). DOI: 10.1016/j.mcpro.2022.100409Researchers from the University at Buff

Researchers identify key metabolic regulators of drug resistance in the fight against pancreatic cancer

by Rebecca Brierley,University at BuffaloGraphical abstract. Credit:Molecular & Cellular Proteomics(2022). DOI: 10.1016/j.mcpro.2022.100409Researchers from the University at Buff
Active surveillance OK for non-muscle invasive bladder cancer

Active surveillance OK for non-muscle invasive bladder cancer

(HealthDay)—For patients with non-muscle invasive bladder cancer, active surveillance seems reasonable and cost-effective, according to a study published in the February issue ofThe Journal of U

Active surveillance OK for non-muscle invasive bladder cancer

(HealthDay)—For patients with non-muscle invasive bladder cancer, active surveillance seems reasonable and cost-effective, according to a study published in the February issue ofThe Journal of U
Hospital parking fees contribute to financial toxicity for cancer patients

Hospital parking fees contribute to financial toxicity for cancer patients

by ElsevierCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainTransportation to and from cancer centers for outpatient cancer treatments has been identified as one of the two most impactful out-of-pocket costs th

Hospital parking fees contribute to financial toxicity for cancer patients

by ElsevierCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainTransportation to and from cancer centers for outpatient cancer treatments has been identified as one of the two most impactful out-of-pocket costs th