Rare Cancers | Tumor

CURE’s rare cancers page is a go-to resource for oncology news and updates in the world of rare cancers Here, readers will find cancer articles, videos, podcasts, and more with expert insight into the latest treatments and research in rare cancers.

A Revolution in the Treatment of Neuroendocrine Tumors

Patients with neuroendocrine tumors have more treatment options than ever before.

Osteosarcoma Guide: Stages, Treatment, Side Effects and Patient Journey

November 15th 2025, 3:00pm

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This guide explains diagnosis, staging, treatment options, side effects and a patient’s metastatic experience with osteosarcoma.

FDA Fast Tracks FOG-001 After Early Tumor Shrinkage in Desmoid Tumors

November 14th 2025, 4:00pm

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FOG-001 received fast track designation after early study results showed tumor shrinkage in all evaluable patients with desmoid tumors.

Shared Loss Leads to Lifelong Friendship in Rare Cancer Caregiving

November 13th 2025, 9:01pm

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Cindy and Katie share how caring for parents with cholangiocarcinoma led to friendship, support and advocacy through the Cholangiocarcinoma Foundation.

Understanding Thymoma Cancer and Its Treatment Options: A Patient Guide

November 9th 2025, 7:00pm

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Thymoma is a rare cancer of the thymus that can be treated with surgery, radiation, chemotherapy or immunotherapy depending on stage.

Peritoneal Mesothelioma Survivor Shares Ongoing Reality of Survivorship

November 2nd 2025, 3:00pm

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Tamron Little was diagnosed with peritoneal mesothelioma after childbirth and now, 18 years later, she says survivorship is lifelong.

Imfinzi With Chemo Produces Inconclusive Outcomes in Phase 3 Mesothelioma Study

October 19th 2025, 6:37pm

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In phase 3 DREAM3R, first-line Imfinzi plus chemotherapy showed survival and response benefits in advanced mesothelioma, but results were inconclusive.

Pivekimab Sunirine Application Submitted to FDA for Rare Blood Cancer

October 6th 2025, 3:00pm

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A biologics license application for PVEK has been submitted to the FDA for blastic plasmacytoid dendritic cell neoplasm, a rare blood cancer.

Adrenal Cancer Overview and Treatment Guide

September 26th 2025, 1:00pm

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Adrenal cancer is rare, but surgery, medicines, chemotherapy and clinical trials can help patients based on stage, spread and overall health.

A Day in the Life: Growing Where I’m Planted

September 25th 2025, 5:00pm

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Tending my garden and observing nature teaches me resilience, presence, and growth, helping me carry joy and sorrow while living with Lynch syndrome.

Standing Up to Cancer: What it Means to Me

September 12th 2025, 5:00pm

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When I think about standing up to cancer, I cannot separate the words from my own story.