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CURE’s sarcoma page features the latest cancer news and updates on sarcoma Through articles, videos, podcasts, and more, CURE brings readers the insights of experts, cancer survivors, patients, and advocates to ensure everyone is up to date in sarcoma.

Caregiver Challenge: Sharing Their Pain

June 20th 2015, 12:09am

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Caregivers may grapple with practical and emotional challenges as they help loved ones manage cancer-related pain.

Eribulin Extends Survival in Phase 3 Sarcoma Study

February 26th 2015, 9:05am

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Treatment with eribulin mesylate significantly extended overall survival (OS) compared with dacarbazine in patients with advanced soft tissue sarcoma, according to topline results from a phase 3 clinical trial.

Yondelis Receives Priority Review for Advanced Soft Tissue Sarcoma

February 4th 2015, 2:09am

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The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) granted a priority review to Yondelis to treat patients with the disease, including liposarcoma and leiomyosarcoma subtypes, who have previously received chemotherapy that included an anthracycline. The FDA will make its final approval decision within six months.

Several Cancer Therapies Up for FDA Review in 2015

January 13th 2015, 10:48pm

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The Food and Drug Administration's calendar for making decisions on new cancer drugs and indications is taking shape for 2015, and the clock is ticking on at least 13 applications for novel agents and new therapeutic settings for existing drugs.

NORD Offers Information and Support for Patients of Rare Cancers

November 25th 2014, 2:57am

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NORD was founded in 1983 by parents of children with rare diseases. Over the past 30 years, it has become a powerful advocacy voice for all patients with rare diseases, including cancer.

For Kids Facing Cancer, Treatment Goals May Help with Coping

December 16th 2013, 11:00am

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Goals and milestone recognitions may help children with cancer get through treatment a little easier.

Poor Kidney Function a Possibility in Adult Survivors of Childhood Cancer

December 9th 2013, 11:00am

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Long-term and late effects from toxic regimens from childhood cancer treatments include heart damage, lung problems and infertility.

Health Problems Common in Survivors of Pediatric Cancer

December 9th 2013, 11:00am

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Pediatric cancer treatment has come a long way, but health problems persist in survivorship.

Late Effects & Premature Aging After Pediatric Cancer

December 9th 2013, 11:00am

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A recent report notes that certain health issues observed in young adult survivors are typically seen in much older individuals.

Sarcoma in the Young

March 14th 2013, 9:00am

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Sarcoma is more common in children and young adults.