AI in Oncology: Current and Future Applications
AI has been used in oncology for years, but recent studies suggest AI could have many additional applications in cancer care.
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Decrease in New Cancer Diagnoses Seen in 2020
There was a decrease in new cancer diagnoses, relative to expected numbers, between March 2020 and May 2020, according to a report.
Ranitidine Does Not Increase the Risk of Cancer, Study Suggests
A meta-analysis suggests that ranitidine does not pose an increased risk of cancer when compared to other histamine-2 receptor antagonists.
Language Barriers Hinder Access to Cancer Care Even Before Patients See a Doctor
Language barriers may hinder access to cancer care before patients even encounter a physician, a new study suggests.
Mask Mandates Have Kept One Cancer Center Free From COVID-19. Others Have Lifted Masking Requirements Despite Patient Concerns
Some cancer centers have lifted mask mandates that were intended to protect patients from COVID-19, despite patient concerns.
Incidence of Early-Onset Cancers Increasing in the US
The incidence of early-onset cancers (diagnosed before age 50) has been increasing in recent years, according to a population-based study.
Cancer Survivors With Functional Disabilities Have Higher Health Care Costs
Cancer survivors with functional disabilities have higher health care usage and medical costs than survivors without disabilities, data suggest.
Birth Weight Linked to Risk of Certain Pediatric Cancers
Birth weight may be associated with the risk of certain pediatric cancers, a new study suggests.
Treatment for Pheochromocytoma, Paraganglioma to Be Discontinued
Progenics Pharmaceuticals will stop producing Azedra (iobenguane I 131) injection due to a lack of commercial demand.
Deaths Among Cancer Patients Increased During the First 2 Years of the COVID-19 Pandemic
Deaths in patients with COVID-19 and cancer made up 81% of excess deaths among cancer patients during the first 2 years of the pandemic.
Systemic Therapies May Increase Risk of VTE in Patients With Cancer and COVID-19
Researchers found a higher risk of VTE in patients with cancer and COVID-19 who were receiving systemic cancer therapies.
Medicare Limits Cancer Patients’ Access to Home Infusions. A New Bill Could Change That.
The Preserving Patient Access to Home Infusion Act could make home infusions more accessible, particularly for patients with cancer.
Industry-Sponsored Cancer Trials More Likely to Have Consent Documents Translated
Industry-sponsored cancer trials are more likely to have consent documents translated to languages other than English, a study suggests.
Black, Hispanic Patients Have Higher Risk of Death From Second Primary Cancers
Black and Hispanic patients have a higher risk of death from second primary cancers than White and Asian/Pacific Islander patients, new data suggest.
Less Than Half of Cancer Trials Had Results Reported Within 1 Year of Completion
In an analysis of more than 10,000 cancer clinical trials, less than half had results reported within 1 year of trial completion.
Cancer Was Underdiagnosed in the First Year of the COVID-19 Pandemic
New research suggests that, in the United States, cancer was underdiagnosed during the first year of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Excessive Alcohol Consumption May Be Common in Cancer Patients, Survivors
Excessive alcohol consumption may be common among cancer survivors and cancer patients currently receiving treatment, a new study suggests.
With Twitter (Now X) in Flux, Is #MedTwitter Under Threat?
Oncology professionals share what #MedTwitter means to them and where they might go if Twitter (now X) becomes obsolete.
Pembrolizumab Demonstrates Activity in Patients With Advanced NETs
Pembrolizumab has demonstrated significant efficacy in patients with advanced neuroendocrine tumors, according to researchers.
Specialized Care Needed for LGBTQ+ AYAs With Cancer
LGBTQ+ adolescents and young adults with cancer face unique challenges in the health care setting, a review suggests.
Prognostic Factors Associated With Severe COVID-19 in Cancer Patients
Certain factors may increase the risk of severe COVID-19 in patients with cancer, research suggests.
How Food Insecurity Impacts Cancer Patients
As many as 55% of patients with cancer may be affected by food insecurity.
Short Bouts of Vigorous Physical Activity May Reduce Cancer Risk
Engaging in vigorous physical activity for 3 to 4 minutes per day is associated with a decrease in the risk of cancer among adults who typically don’t exercise, new research suggests.
How Housing Insecurity Impacts Cancer Patients
Housing insecurity can impede patients’ access to cancer screening, treatment, and survivorship care, increasing the risk of poor outcomes.
Failed Oncology Trials May Cost Up to $60 Billion Per Year
Researchers have estimated that failed oncology trials cost about $50 billion to $60 billion each year.
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