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Reliability of Laboratory-Developed Tests Called Into Question

A recent HHS announcement spurred concern that FDA oversight of LDTs was eroding, threatening patient safety — but the reality is less dire.
How Can Disparities in Lung Cancer Screening Eligibility Be Addressed?

A significant amount of progress has been made in improving the treatment of lung cancer and patient outcomes. However, a number of disparities that can have an impact on these persist, including those affecting lung cancer screening. Lung cancer screening is an essential step toward effective treatment and improved survival, but its success depends on…
Most Coronavirus-Positive Cancer Patients Are Asymptomatic, Says Study

An analysis showed that outcomes of SARS-CoV-2 infections can be disproportionately mild in some patient cohorts.
How Doctors Can Cope With Psychological Distress During the Pandemic

When talking about work issues, Dr Bernstein recommends trying not to focus too much on how awful things are because it can be disheartening.
Can the Type of Breast Cancer Surgery Affect Psychosocial Health in Young Patients?

Breast cancer is an incredibly fraught experience for patients. Even beyond the diagnosis and treatment, the experience can create emotional issues that linger long after remission. Patients can have issues related to body image that can dramatically affect their self-esteem and sexuality as they work to regain a sense of normality in their daily lives.…

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Survey Reveals Factors Contributing to COVID-19 Vaccine Acceptance

October 21, 2020

Race and ethnicity were key data points collected from the cohort and tracked with outcomes.

Machine Learning Helped Predict Short-Term Cancer Mortality

October 20, 2020

A Call for Improving the Quality of Cancer Care in Geriatric Patients

Geriatric Assessment Instruments Underutilized Among Community Oncologists, Hematologists

October 20, 2020

Whether cryosurgery or cryoablation will prove a viable alternative to lumpectomy — the standard of

COVID-19–Free Surgical Pathways Benefit Patients Undergoing Elective Cancer Surgery

October 19, 2020

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Race and ethnicity were key data points collected from the cohort and tracked with outcomes.

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