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CURE’s acute myeloid leukemia page features the latest cancer news and updates on acute myeloid leukemia. Through articles, videos, podcasts, and more, CURE brings readers the insights of experts, cancer survivors, patients, and advocates to ensure everyone is up to date in acute myeloid leukemia.

Study with Novel Drug AG-221 Shows Positive Early Results in AML

December 9th 2014, 3:00am

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In a first-in-human study, the drug AG-221 generated long-lasting remissions in patients with acute myeloid leukemia (AML).

Mylotarg Reduces Risk of Relapse for Children with AML

December 18th 2013, 11:00am

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ASH Updates

December 8th 2013, 11:00am

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Updates from the annual meeting of the American Society of Hematology.

New Version of an Old Chemotherapy May Reduce Risk of Cardiotoxicity in AML

September 18th 2013, 9:00am

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Liposomal anthracycline may allow for higher dosing with less cardiotoxicity in childhood AML patients.

Pipeline

March 14th 2013, 9:00am

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The latest in cancer prevention, diagnosis & treatment.

Taking a Chance on Stem Cell Transplantation

December 17th 2012, 11:00am

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When considering a stem cell transplantation, patients with cancer must be willing to take a chance.

Survivors of Tranplantations Should Be Aware of Potential Late Effects

May 8th 2012, 9:00am

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Minimizing and preventing late effects of stem cell transplantation.

Different Dosing Schedule May Revive Withdrawn Drug

January 3rd 2012, 11:00am

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A drug removed from the market last year to treat acute myeloid leukemia may have a second life.

Research Updates

December 21st 2011, 11:00am

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Research updates from the annual San Antonio Breast Cancer Symposium and American Society of Hematology.

Transplants More Effective for Young Adults with AML

March 15th 2011, 9:00am

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Adolescents with AML tend to do better with stem cell transplant.