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Helping testicular cancer survivors navigate life after treatment
At UNC Lineberger, a dedicated testicular cancer survivorship program is helping patients move forward with confidence and support....
Adaptive whole-genome sequencing could transform childhood leukemia diagnosis
UNC Lineberger researchers have demonstrated a faster, more cost-effective approach to analyzing the genetic makeup of pediatric acute leukemia. Determining a cancer’s genomic classification is critical to developing a more effective treatment plan tailored to a patient’s tumor....
Gastrointestinal oncologist discusses increase in younger patients with colorectal cancer
The rise of colorectal cancer cases in people under 45 has steadily increased, prompting concern among oncologists and researchers. Ashwin Somasundaram, MD, talks about colorectal cancer and this concerning trend....
Improved multiple myeloma therapies help patients live longer, better lives
March is Multiple Myeloma Awareness Month, an opportunity to shed light on a disease that accounts for approximately 10% of all blood cancers. Treatment options for multiple myeloma have expanded in recent years, leading to better patient outcomes and longer survival rates....
Electronic reporting of symptoms by cancer patients can improve quality of life and reduce emergency visits
The PRO-TECT randomized clinical trial was conducted to assess the real-world impact of electronic patient-reported outcomes symptom monitoring on clinical outcomes compared to usual care....
