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Inner-Ear Buildup of Cisplatin May Cause Hearing Loss

January 5th 2018, 12:38am

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“As the population of cancer survivors continues to grow, so does the importance of addressing the long-term sequelae of cancer treatment,” the authors wrote. “This hearing loss can result in multifaceted decrease in quality of life, and in pediatric patients it can impact social and academic development.”

First Biosimilar to Treat Cancer Gets FDA Approval

September 14th 2017, 10:54pm

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The Food and Drug Administration approved the first ever biosimilar to treat a variety of cancers.

Senate Releases Plan for Repealing Affordable Care Act, as Cancer Advocates Weigh In

June 22nd 2017, 10:23pm

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This morning, Senate Republican leaders released the draft of a bill to repeal and replace the Affordable Care Act (Obamacare).

More Early Cancers Diagnosed After the Affordable Care Act

May 19th 2017, 5:11pm

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After the Affordable Care Act was passed, a study found that there were more stage 1 cancer diagnoses across the nation.

Many Women Are Not Up to Date With Pap Tests

May 17th 2017, 9:48pm

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Pap smears are an important test that can detect cervical cancer, but unfortunately many women are not up to date with their testing.

Making Waves: Improving Radiation in Gynecologic Oncology

April 26th 2017, 4:53pm

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Improvements to radiation therapy aim to better target gynecologic tumors while sparing healthy tissue.

Examining Racial and Ethnic Disparities in Cervical Cancer Treatment

March 28th 2017, 5:39pm

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A recent study investigated racial and ethnic disparities in guideline-based care for cervical cancer.

Lowering GI Toxicities in Gynecologic Cancers

March 1st 2017, 9:47pm

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Intensity-modulated radiation therapy (IMRT) proved to lower the incidence of gastrointestinal toxicities in patients with gynecologic malignancies, according to the results from a recent study.

Study Examines Racial Disparities in Cervical Cancer Death Rates

February 8th 2017, 7:38pm

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A racial disparity exists among patients who die from cervical cancer, according to the results from a recent study.

As HPV-Related Cancer Rates Rise, Vaccination Numbers Remain Low

January 27th 2017, 10:02pm

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From stigma to convenience, there are many reasons why people do not get the HPV vaccine, although it can prevent some types of cancer. Lois Ramondetta, M.D., discusses updated recommendations and hopes for getting more young people vaccinated.