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September 23, 2020
Expanded lung cancer screening guidelines designed to catch more cases early
Expanded lung cancer screening guidelines may double the number of smokers at risk who can get screened for the disease.
September 16, 2020
RNA’s role in cancer growth and treatment resistance
The role of DNA has been the focus of cancer research for decades. But what about RNA?
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10/28/2020 12:00 AM
Study suggests blood cancer patients may have higher risk of COVID-19 infection and death
Blood cancer patients may be more susceptible to experiencing severe cases of COVID-19.
10/26/2020 12:00 AM
Don’t neglect lung cancer screening because of COVID-19
A recent study concludes that 22 million cancer screening tests may be disrupted due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
10/23/2020 12:00 AM
12 tips for coping with cancer-related hair loss
For some cancer patients, hair loss may be one of the most distressing side effects of cancer treatment.
10/20/2020 12:00 AM
Actor’s lymphoma revelation raises more questions than it answers
Actor Jeff Bridges announced on Twitter that he has been diagnosed with the lymphoma.
10/19/2020 12:00 AM
Know your options for breast reconstruction surgery
If you’ve had, or are scheduled to have, surgery as part of your breast cancer treatment, breast reconstruction may be an option to consider.
10/16/2020 12:00 AM
11 ways to help manage cancer-related lymphedema
Cancer and its treatments may sometimes change, block or interrupt the flow of lymph fluid through the lymphatic system.
10/14/2020 12:00 AM
Are you too old to keep getting screened for cancer?
You may be surprised when your doctor suggests stopping your regular cancer screenings when you reach a certain age.
10/12/2020 12:00 AM
What you should know and what you should ask about breast cancer
If you do not have breast cancer, but have a family history of the disease, you may consider asking your doctor about steps you may be able to take to lower your risk.
10/9/2020 12:00 AM
Ask Dr. Markman: What role does age play in treating breast cancer? Should I get a genetic test?
In recognition of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Dr. Maurie Markman answers questions about breast cancer in this special edition of his regular Twitter chat.
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