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A groundbreaking clinical trial shows that adding an antibody called NP137 to standard chemotherapy helped patients with advanced pancreatic cancer live significantly longer. The treatment worked by blocking a protein that makes tumors resistant to chemotherapy.
A doctor who started exercising to avoid his family's heart disease history discovered he was also protecting himself from cancer. His decades-long fitness journey reveals a powerful two-for-one health benefit.
Three out of four cancer survivors say fear of recurrence is their biggest emotional struggle, according to new audience data from the University of Miami. Experts point to better communication and mental health support as the path forward.
Isabella Solis beat a rare ovarian cancer that produced a 14-pound tumor, and Make-A-Wish is sending her to meet Pope Leo XIV in Rome. The 16-year-old from Albuquerque now plans to become a pediatric oncology nurse to help other kids fighting cancer.
The world's leading cancer experts are gathering in Singapore in 2026 to accelerate breakthroughs that could save millions of lives. The conference brings together researchers from over 35 countries to turn promising science into real-world treatments.
More children are beating cancer than ever before, with survival rates climbing to 85% in the United States. This milestone reflects decades of research breakthroughs and improved treatments that are giving young patients a fighting chance.
Little Red Door Cancer Agency provides free wigs, massage therapy, and wellness programs to cancer patients and survivors in Indiana. From Michelle's Boutique to specialized oncology massage, survivors like Reneé Jackson-Lester are finding comfort and confidence during their toughest battles.
Medical experts just released groundbreaking guidance that helps doctors safely treat pregnant cancer patients, ending years of uncertainty. The new guidelines show many treatments can protect both mother and baby.
African ambassadors toured Egypt's Shefaa Al Orman Oncology Hospital in Luxor, calling the facility that provides free cancer treatment a source of pride for the entire continent. The visit highlights Egypt's growing role in advancing healthcare across Africa.
Two of Boston's leading cancer care institutions have resolved their staffing disagreement, choosing collaboration over conflict. The agreement ensures physician assistants can continue working seamlessly between both hospitals to care for cancer patients.
A new radiation treatment for advanced prostate cancer is helping patients skip harsh chemotherapy while getting better results. Texas Oncology in Longview is now offering Pluvicto, which delivers radiation directly to cancer cells.
Global music star Bad Bunny donated $100,000 to support cancer patients at a Puerto Rico oncology hospital through his Good Bunny Foundation. The gift is part of his broader work helping underserved communities across the island where he grew up.
South Bay residents can now access cutting-edge cancer treatment without long commutes to UCLA's main campus. The new radiation oncology clinic brings world-class care, including adaptive therapy technology, right to their neighborhood.
Scientists have flipped the script on aggressive cancers by using gene editing to turn one of their biggest advantages into a deadly vulnerability. In animal models, this breakthrough approach destroyed hard-to-treat tumors while leaving healthy cells unharmed.
Researchers at the University of Miami discovered a breakthrough that makes chemotherapy-resistant tumors vulnerable again by blocking a single protein. The approach could help patients who've run out of treatment options without increasing toxic side effects.
Gemma Moschetto walked into her oncologist's office wearing pigtails and a rainbow shirt, joking with the team that helped save her life. Her story shows how far cancer treatment has come: over 80% of children now survive.
Tana Toll survived breast cancer and now works as an oncology nurse navigator at Mercy San Juan Medical Center, helping newly diagnosed patients find their voice and navigate treatment. On World Cancer Day, she's sharing why speaking up and asking questions can change everything.
Young leukemia patients are beating cancer at remarkable rates thanks to a groundbreaking Australian treatment that swaps harsh chemo for immune therapy. Nearly 9 in 10 patients remain cancer-free three years later.
A Hyderabad hospital just opened India's first AI-powered clinic for head and neck cancers, offering hope for earlier detection and personalized treatment. The breakthrough comes as experts work to tackle the disease that accounts for 30% of India's cancer cases.
Japanese researchers discovered that widely prescribed statin drugs could help cancer immunotherapy work better by blocking tumors' ability to suppress the immune system. The breakthrough offers hope for millions since statins are already safe, affordable, and available worldwide.
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