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Robin Roberts Provides an Update on Her Partner’s Cancer, EPA Recommends Limit to Cancer-Causing Chemicals in Water and More

March 17th 2023, 3:00pm

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From Robin Roberts providing an update on her partner, Amber Laign’s “rough year” with breast cancer, to Kathy Griffin’s suspected cause of lung cancer, here’s what’s happening in the oncology space this week.

FDA Approves Tafinlar Plus Mekinist for Pediatric Brain Tumors

March 17th 2023, 1:32pm

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This approval is the first of its kind as a first-line systemic therapy for pediatric patients with low-grade gliomas of a specific mutation.

‘Queer Eye’ Star Dies, Phillies Stadium May Have Cancer Link and More

March 10th 2023, 4:00pm

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From a contestant on “Queer Eye” dying of cancer to a string of brain cancers in former Philadelphia Phillies players, here’s what’s happening in the oncology space this week.

East Palestine Train Crash Causes Cancer Concerns, Rep. Joaquin Castro Provides NET Update and More

March 3rd 2023, 4:00pm

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Experts are concerned that the train derailment in Ohio may pose cancer risks down the line.

Cancer-Related Unemployment Can Decrease Quality of Life

February 13th 2023, 8:00pm

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Patients who are financially struggling due to job loss after a cancer diagnosis may benefit from multidisciplinary back-to-work programs and financial counseling, according to an expert.

First Patient Injected With Novel Radiotherapy in Phase 2b Trial for Brain Cancer

January 28th 2023, 4:00pm

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The treatment previously demonstrated significantly improved overall survival for patients with recurrent glioblastoma in a phase 1 study.

New Drug Shows ‘Encouraging’ Outcomes for Pediatric Brain Tumor Treatment

January 10th 2023, 4:00pm

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Treatment with tovorafenib led to a 64% overall response rate in patients with recurrent or progressive pediatric low-grade glioma, study findings showed.

CNN’s Drew Griffin Dies of Cancer, Jane Fonda Offers a Cancer Update and More

December 23rd 2022, 4:00pm

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From investigative journalist, Drew Griffin’s cancer-related death to Jane Fonda’s lymphoma update, here’s what’s happening in the oncology space this week.

Triathlons Helped Three-Time Cancer Survivor 'Love Every Single Day' of His Life

December 8th 2022, 8:00pm

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Robert Atteberry never gave up, even after three cancer diagnoses, and has found a motivation and passion for competing in triathlons during survivorship.

Toby Keith Gives Update Since Stomach Cancer Diagnosis, Katie Couric Donates Formula to Moms With Breast Cancer and More

December 2nd 2022, 4:00pm

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From Toby Keith providing fans with an update since his stomach cancer diagnosis to Katie Couric donating $25,000 worth of baby formula to moms with breast cancer, here’s what’s happening in the cancer space this week.