Melanoma | Tumor

Post-Surgical Opdivo ‘Just Makes Sense’ for Stage 2B, 2C Melanoma

November 9th 2023, 8:00pm

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An expert reflects on the recent FDA approval of adjuvant Opdivo for patients with stage 2B or 2C melanoma.

Lifileucel Is Efficacious in Advanced Mucosal Melanoma

October 30th 2023, 10:00pm

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A phase 2 study evaluated meaningful activity from lifileucel for patients with advanced mucosal melanoma who experienced disease progression on immune checkpoint inhibitors.

‘This Isn’t OK’: Mucosal Melanoma Survivor Talks Self-Advocacy

October 10th 2023, 3:00pm

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A diagnosis of a rare internal form of melanoma left J.B. Ward and her care team in “a whirlwind of confusion,” but she pushed for aggressive forms of treatment.

Patients With Advanced Stages of Melanoma Face Higher Health Care Costs

October 4th 2023, 1:00pm

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Higher health care costs may be related to the stages of melanoma, especially because of the increasing prices of treatments, according to an expert.

Hepzato Kit’s Approval Is a ‘Big Deal’ for Metastatic Uveal Melanoma

September 28th 2023, 3:00pm

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An expert discusses what patients can expect when being treated with the Hepzato kit, a direct-to-liver therapy for metastatic uveal melanoma.

Khloe Kardashian Discusses Melanoma, Sherry Pollex, Girlfriend of NASCAR’s Martin Truex Jr., Dies and More

September 22nd 2023, 3:00pm

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As Teddi Mellencamp reveals more about her cancer diagnosis and Shannen Doherty receives a standing ovation after her stage 4 cancer diagnosis, here’s what is happening in the oncology space this week.

‘General Hospital’ Star Reveals Cancer Diagnosis, Paul Reubens’ Cause of Death Confirmed and More

September 15th 2023, 3:00pm

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As The Los Angeles Rams celebrate a cancer survivor and a 9/11 survivor reveals his fourth cancer diagnosis, this is what’s happening in the oncology space this week.

Luke Combs Brings Cancer Survivor on Stage, Linda Caicedo Returns To Women’s World Cup After Cancer Diagnosis and More

July 28th 2023, 3:00pm

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As Ben Alldis reveals previous cancer diagnosis and Luke Combs brings a Make-a-Wish cancer survivor on stage during a concert venue, this is what’s occurring in the oncology space this week.

Stereotactic Body Radiotherapy with Immune Checkpoint Inhibitors Ineffective as Treatment for Solid Tumors

July 17th 2023, 3:00pm

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A randomized clinical trial, CHEERS, determined that the combination of stereotactic body radiotherapy (SBRT) and immune checkpoint inhibitors (ICIs) were ineffective as treatment for patients with advanced solid tumors.

Advice for Patients Diagnosed with Metastatic Uveal Melanoma

June 2nd 2023, 6:47pm

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Marlana M. Orloff, MD, offers advice for patients who are diagnosed with metastatic uveal melanoma.