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September 9, 2020
Cancer: A lasting legacy of the Sept. 11 attacksThe impact of the 9/11 attacks are still being felt by first responders, many of whom have been diagnosed with cancer.
September 4, 2020
Video: What is cancer and how is it treated?Cancer isn’t just one disease; it’s many, each caused by a variety of reasons.
September 2, 2020
Why don’t immune-boosting treatments for one disease, like COVID-19 or cancer, work for another?T-cells have been the focus of immunotherapy drugs to treat cancer. Now, they are now in the spotlight as researchers seek out a vaccine for COVID-19.
August 31, 2020
Actor’s death from colorectal cancer a wake-up call for young adultsThe recent death of a popular Hollywood celebrity has put a new face on a disturbing trend in colorectal cancer.
August 28, 2020
Video: Why is cancer hard to treat?Cancer cells often find ways to hide from the immune system and evade treatments.
August 26, 2020
What you need to know about the new screening guidelines for cervical cancerThe American Cancer Society has updated its cervical cancer screening guidelines to help continue to reduce the number of new cases.
August 24, 2020
Tips to help manage taste changes during cancer careCancer and its treatments may impact a patient’s ability to taste and enjoy food.
August 21, 2020
Ask Dr. Markman: Why would I need a surgical oncologist?Dr. Maurie Markman, President of Medicine & Science at CTCA, answers your questions in his weekly Twitter Q&A.
August 19, 2020
Cancer cells use supervillain traits to evade detection and treatmentLike villains in a superhero comic book, some cancer cells use disguises and deceptions to evade detection and treatment.
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