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Lymphedema Myths and Misconceptions, From Exercise to Blood Draws

November 13th 2024, 8:00pm

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An expert explains how attitudes towards lymphedema risk have evolved over the years.

Ponsegromab May Aid Weight Gain in Patients With Cachexia

November 11th 2024, 4:00pm

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Ponsegromab helped patients with cachexia and elevated GDF-15 levels gain weight, increase activity and improve cachexia symptoms, with manageable safety.

FDA Approves MI Cancer Seek as Companion Diagnostic for Adult and Pediatric Patients With Cancer

November 9th 2024, 3:00pm

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MI Cancer Seek has received approval from the FDA as a companion diagnostic test to identify those who may benefit from treatment with targeted therapies.

James Van Der Beek Opens Up About Colorectal Cancer, U.S. Congressman Reveals Cancer Diagnosis and More

November 8th 2024, 4:00pm

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From James Van Der Beek spreading awareness about colorectal cancer at a younger age to Gerry Connolly’s recent esophageal cancer diagnosis, here’s what’s happening in the cancer space this week.

James Van Der Beek Has Colorectal Cancer, a Disease on the Rise in Younger Adults

November 7th 2024, 8:00pm

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Rates of colorectal cancer diagnoses and deaths are climbing among patients younger than 55, researchers have shown.

Three Months of Chemotherapy May Be Superior To Six in Colorectal Cancer

November 5th 2024, 10:00pm

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Chemotherapy for three months demonstrates lower side effects, suggesting its use as standard care compared with six months.

GERD Might Cause Colonoscopy Avoidance. But Don’t Let It

November 2nd 2024, 2:00pm

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I initially put off a colonoscopy due to gastroesophageal reflux disease, but after a positive home screening test, I underwent the procedure and was diagnosed with stage 3 rectal cancer.

My Family’s Strong Support During My Experience With Colon Cancer

October 28th 2024, 5:00pm

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Carla Deschamps shares her experience with colon cancer and how her brother, sisters and parents helped her through the journey.

The Timing of My Colon Cancer and the COVID-19 Pandemic

October 17th 2024, 5:00pm

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As many of us have experienced, the COVID-19 pandemic affected our lives. But at the beginning, I was receiving treatment for cancer.

High vs Low Dose of Vitamin D May Not Impact Treating mCRC

October 7th 2024, 9:00pm

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For patients with metastatic colorectal cancer, adding a higher dose proves just as effective as the standard dose of vitamin D3, despite one exception.