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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.

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.

Hope Is Paramount During Uveal Melanoma Treatment

June 26th 2023, 9:00pm

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An expert gives an overview of the treatment options for uveal melanoma, and why he considers hope to be an essential part of the care plan.

Drug Duo Represents ‘Potential Paradigm Shift’ for Rare Eye Cancer

April 25th 2023, 3:00pm

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Darovasertib plus Xalkori is showing promise for the treatment of patients with metastatic uveal melanoma, according to results from an ongoing study.

HPV Causes Multiple Cancers, Though Knowledge on the Connection Is Lagging

April 18th 2023, 9:00pm

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HPV vaccination rates and public knowledge about the connection between the virus and certain cancer types are below what they should be, research found.