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Encouraging Phase 2 Trial Data Seen With Immunotherapy in Metastatic Anal Cancer

July 12th 2016, 11:54pm

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Opdivo may be a promising treatment option for patients with squamous cell carcinoma of the anal canal.

HPV Vaccination in Boys Found Cost-Effective in Preventing Oropharyngeal Cancer

April 17th 2015, 9:24pm

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A new study has shown that vaccinating adolescent boys may be cost-effective for preventing oropharyngeal cancer, a disease that's projected to become the most common HPV-related cancer by 2020.

Study Highlights Geographical Differences in Cervical Cancer Incidence

February 20th 2015, 7:57pm

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States with the highest incidence of, and mortality from, cervical cancer also have the lowest uptake of the human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine by adolescent girls, researchers found in a recent study.

NORD Offers Information and Support for Patients of Rare Cancers

November 25th 2014, 2:57am

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NORD was founded in 1983 by parents of children with rare diseases. Over the past 30 years, it has become a powerful advocacy voice for all patients with rare diseases, including cancer.

HPV-Related Cancers Rising

March 14th 2013, 9:00am

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Cases of HPV-related cancers are on the rise, specifically those associated with head and neck and anal cancers.

Combining Radiation and Chemotherapy May Improve Outcomes

March 13th 2013, 9:00am

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In the right cancer, radiation and chemotherapy can make a powerful duo.

Pipeline

March 3rd 2011, 11:00am

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The latest in cancer prevention, diagnosis and treatment.

Meetings of the Minds

September 15th 2009, 9:00am

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What is multidisciplinary care, and where can patients get it?