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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.

Taking My Cancer Experience at Face Value

October 18th 2023, 10:00pm

Article

After multiple cancer surgeries, I'm now more confident than I was when I was living on "easy street."

Mohs Surgery Offers ‘Survival Advantage’ in Early Merkel Cell Carcinoma

September 22nd 2023, 7:00pm

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Mohs micrographic surgery offered better survival outcomes for patients with early-stage Merkel cell carcinoma, compared with wide local excision.

Cases of Merkel Cell Carcinoma, ‘a Cancer of Older Adults’ are Rising

September 21st 2023, 9:00pm

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Merkel cell carcinoma made headlines with the death of Jimmy Buffett. It’s rare and dangerous, and cases are becoming more common.

Jimmy Buffett Had Merkel Cell Carcinoma, a Cancer That 'Strikes Fear in the Hearts of Many'

September 8th 2023, 7:00pm

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"Margaritaville" singer-songwriter Jimmy Buffett died four years after receiving a diagnosis of Merkel cell carcinoma that "can be really nasty," one expert tells CURE.

What Cancer Taught Me

September 2nd 2023, 6:00pm

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I faced cancer thrice and chose life each time — not because of some flowery will to live, but because I’m stubborn and wanted to prove that cancer is not the boss of me.

Solid Cancer Approvals from Summer 2023

September 1st 2023, 7:00pm

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Here’s a look back at the therapies for solid cancers that gained FDA approval this summer.

FDA Approves Hepzato Kit for Metastatic Uveal Melanoma

August 15th 2023, 12:44pm

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The Hepzato Kit is a direct-to-liver therapy for patients with uveal melanoma with hepatic metastases.

Immunotherapy Shows Promise in Penile Cancer Subset

August 14th 2023, 3:00pm

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Certain patients with penile squamous cell carcinoma responded to therapy with an immune checkpoint inhibitor, according to recent research.

Intra-arterial Chemo May Better Outcomes for Pediatric Retinoblastoma

August 12th 2023, 2:00pm

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Using inter-arterial chemotherapy compared to intravenous chemotherapy may significantly improve globe salvage rates in children with advanced unilateral retinoblastoma.

Treatments, Patient Characteristics Affect Uveal Melanoma Survival

July 14th 2023, 1:00pm

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A new study identified the elements that could determine the overall survival of patients with the metastatic eye tumor, uveal melanoma.