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The FDA just approved a powerful new combination therapy that could help thousands of kidney cancer patients stay cancer-free after surgery. Merck's belzutifan paired with Keytruda offers new hope for those at high risk of their cancer returning.
A groundbreaking two-drug treatment just got FDA approval that could help thousands of kidney cancer patients stay cancer-free after surgery. The combination reduced the risk of cancer returning by 28% compared to standard treatment.
A new two-drug combination just got approved to help prevent kidney cancer from coming back after surgery, offering fresh hope to patients at high risk of recurrence. The treatment combines two different approaches to attack cancer cells and keep them from returning.
After being told his stage 4 kidney cancer had no cure, Roberto Gonzalez found hope at UT MD Anderson with a treatment combination that's shrinking his tumors. The 58-year-old Texan is back to fishing, camping, and enjoying life while his cancer responds to targeted therapy and immunotherapy.
Jack Smith didn't let kidney cancer bench him. The South Carolina athlete tackled treatment with the same competitive drive that made him a state champion, and now he's back on the pickleball court at 82.
A decade-long study of nearly 1,900 patients found that a minimally invasive procedure works just as well as surgery for small kidney cancers, with faster recovery and fewer complications. Most patients go home the same day.
A routine CT scan for a kidney stone saved Brittany's life when doctors spotted a tiny lung nodule that turned out to be cancer. Just 31 days later, she was cancer-free and helping others find hope.
Ethan Hughes, who beat kidney cancer at age 10, scored a crucial goal for the Spokane Chiefs during their "Hockey Fights Cancer" night. The Chiefs wore pink uniforms and defeated rival Tri-City Americans 5-2, extending their winning streak to six games.
Three kidney failure patients who spent years without a transplant match finally received new kidneys after doctors used a cancer therapy to reset their immune systems. The breakthrough could help thousands of highly sensitized patients who develop antibodies that reject most donor organs.
A promising new pill shrank tumors in nearly two-thirds of lung cancer patients and 40% of pancreatic cancer patients in early trials. The results exceeded expectations and could offer fresh hope for people facing these difficult diagnoses.
Ghana announced major funding initiatives to make breast cancer treatment more affordable and accessible for all citizens. The Ministry of Health brought together leaders to create practical solutions for reducing the crushing financial burden cancer patients face.
A Brighton breast cancer survivor is breaking the silence around cancer by sharing her story and encouraging open conversations. Her early detection and connection with other survivors shows the power of awareness and community support.
After surviving breast cancer, Prisca Githuka founded Pink Hearts Cancer Support Foundation to help others navigate their own cancer journeys. On World Cancer Day, she's sharing her story to prove that a cancer diagnosis doesn't have to be the end.
Cameron Mathison's decision to listen to his body and pursue testing after years of digestive issues led to the early detection of kidney cancer that saved his life. Now six years cancer free, the beloved actor is sharing his story to help others catch warning signs early.
A revolutionary cancer treatment just gave a Philadelphia man his third kidney transplant by removing the antibodies that kept rejecting donors. Penn Medicine's breakthrough trial could open transplants to thousands of patients currently deemed "impossible to match."
A Pennsylvania mom whose son beat kidney cancer six years ago is hosting her sixth annual fundraiser, which has already raised nearly $50,000 for pediatric cancer research. The event brings together cookies, superheroes, and a community determined to fund better treatments for kids.
Mayo Clinic researchers discovered that brigatinib, a lung cancer drug, may help ovarian cancer patients overcome treatment resistance when combined with existing therapies. The breakthrough could transform care for women facing one of the deadliest cancers.
Every single patient in a groundbreaking bowel cancer trial remains cancer-free nearly three years after treatment, flipping the script on standard care. The experimental immunotherapy worked so well that more than half showed no cancer by surgery.
A personalized mRNA vaccine helped 11 women with aggressive breast cancer stay cancer-free for up to six years. The groundbreaking treatment trained their immune systems to recognize and fight cancer cells using their own tumor's genetic code.
Cancer patients who received stool transplants from survivors saw their tumors stay stable twice as long as those who didn't. The procedure may unlock a new weapon in the fight against cancer by supercharging the immune system.
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