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Yoga Could Help Cancer Survivors Sleep Better

July 8th 2021

By Colleen Moretti

Yoga and cognitive behavioral therapy should be recommended for cancer survivors who are struggling with sleep.

Side Effects of Immunotherapy Now Include Interstitial Lung Disease

June 28th 2021

By Debu Tripathy, M.D.

Patients with cancer who are treated with checkpoint inhibitors or immunotherapy, along with other treatments, run the risk of developing ILD as a side effect.

Identifying Interstitial Lung Disease

June 18th 2021

By Marilyn Fenichel

Patients taking checkpoint inhibitors or immunotherapy in combination with other treatments need to be aware of this potential side effect and the associated symptoms.

Act Fast: Side Effects of Immunotherapy

June 15th 2021

By Antonia DePace

Experts urge patients to stop playing the wait-and-see game: There’s no ‘playbook’ for immunotherapy-related toxicities, and side effects can be managed if caught early.

FDA Grants Combo Regimen Priority Review for Prevention of Chemotherapy-Induced Neutropenia

June 2nd 2021

By Ryan McDonald

The Food and Drug Administration’s priority review will focus on the combination of plinabulin plus granulocyte colony-stimulating factor for the prevention of chemotherapy-induced neutropenia.

Symptoms of Depression and Anxiety Linked to Chemotherapy-Induced Nausea in Patients with Cancer

May 19th 2021

By Ryan McDonald

Patients with cancer who scored highly on depression and anxiety tests were more likely to suffer from symptoms of chemotherapy-induced nausea, according to results of a recent study.

More Research Needed to Identify if Medical Marijuana Effectively Reduces Common Chemotherapy Side Effects

May 4th 2021

By Ryan McDonald

There is some low-level evidence that suggests medical marijuana or cannabinoids may reduce chemotherapy-related side effects in patients with cancer, according to data presented at a recent medical conference. However, experts note more research is needed to build on those findings.

Here are Some Must-Haves That Patients With Cancer Bring With Them on Treatment Days

May 3rd 2021

By Ryan McDonald

On social media, CURE® recently asked its readers to share what must-haves they bring with them on days they receive treatment for cancer.

Risk Factors in Older Adults With Cancer May Increase Symptom Burden Following Surgery, Highlighting Need for Supportive Care

April 28th 2021

By Antonia DePace

Several factors including female sex, lower socioeconomic status and high intensity surgery were associated with a higher risk of moderate-to-severe symptoms in older adults with cancer following surgery.

Patients with Long-Lasting Chemotherapy-Induced Peripheral Neuropathy Need More Attention

April 23rd 2021

By Martha Carlson

A patient discusses her experiences with long-term side effects from cancer treatment and details her frustration with the lack of focus on chemotherapy-induced peripheral neuropathy in patients with advanced cancer.