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9/2/2020 12:00 AM
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.
8/12/2020 12:00 AM
Drugs approved for other diseases often studied as cancer treatment options
Drugs used to treat a variety of illnesses may sometimes be used to treat other diseases, including cancer.
7/28/2020 12:00 AM
The heart of health care: Oncology nursing
It is often said that nurses are the heart of health care. The field of oncology nursing, in particular, is probably one of the most challenging and rewarding fields in nursing.
7/24/2020 12:00 AM
Video: How does immunotherapy work?
Immunotherapy drugs are designed to help the body's immune cells better recognize and attack cancer.
7/22/2020 12:00 AM
HIPEC attacks peritoneal malignancies with a one-two punch
Advances in cancer treatment, particularly in surgical approaches such as HIPEC, are offering new options to patients with advanced abdominal cancers, including peritoneal surface malignancies.
7/20/2020 12:00 AM
5 things we can learn about cancer from Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg
Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg has been treated for multiple cancers and announced this week she’s being treated for cancer on her liver.
7/14/2020 12:00 AM
6 reasons you should consider getting a second opinion
A second opinion may help you feel confident that you are getting the right cancer care.
7/8/2020 12:00 AM
Four vaccines used to help treat or prevent cancer
When it comes to cancer, the concept of a vaccine is a bit more complicated than just getting an injection to prevent disease.
7/1/2020 12:00 AM
Is robotic surgery a good treatment option for you?
Robotic surgery may offer some patients a less invasive option to traditional surgery, but it’s not for everyone.
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