Search Tag: Cancer

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U-s-cancer-deaths-to-reduce-by-screening-uptake

2023 01 Dec

  According to research published in JAMA Open, increasing use of recommended screening strategies could reduce the burden of cancer in the U.S.    After conducting a decision analytical model study using simulation models of the natural history of cancer among U.S. residents, researchers observed a noteworthy outcome. A 10-percentage point...Read more

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Primary-care-intervention-improves-rates-of-follow-up-after-abnormal-cancer-screening-results

2023 19 Oct

A recent study looked at whether interventions can improve timely follow-up of overdue abnormal cancer screening results.   The primary care intervention was multi-level comprising electronic health record reminders, patient outreach and navigation.   Scientists evaluated this innovation through a randomised clinical trial conducted across...Read more

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The-need-to-address-missed-and-delayed-cancer-screenings-during-the-pandemic

2023 28 Sep

In a recent report, published in the journal Cancer, researchers have documented a significant decline in cancer screenings and subsequent diagnoses in the United States during the initial stages of the Covid-19 pandemic. There were notable decreases in the number of newly diagnosed cases across six types of cancer including colorectal, female breast,...Read more

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Microsoft-and-paige-to-develop-the-largest-image-based-ai-model-in-the-world-for-beating-cancer

2023 15 Sep

Paige, a healthcare technology disrupter, has partnered with Microsoft in the battle against cancer, advancing their joint efforts to transform cancer diagnosis and patient treatment. They aim to achieve this by constructing the world's largest image-based artificial intelligence (AI) model for digital pathology and oncology.   Paige has developed...Read more

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Advancing-cancer-care-maria-sklodowska-curie-institute-adopts-umi780-pet-ct-technology

2023 07 Sep

Located in Warsaw, the capital of Poland, the Maria Skłodowska-Curie National Research Institute of Oncology is a leading centre for cancer research and treatment with over 85 years of distinguished tradition. A beacon of modern oncological care, the centre comprises 13 highly specialised departments, each dedicated to providing the highest level of...Read more

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Hologic-statement-on-recently-released-uspstf-breast-cancer-screening-guidelines

2023 09 May

As a leader in women’s health, Hologic knows that increasing access to breast cancer screening is critical to detecting cancer earlier and saving lives.   We commend the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) for changing their draft guidelines to recommend that women begin screening at age 40. Lowering the age for initial screening to 40...Read more

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Pfizer-invests-43b-in-new-cancer-drug-deal

2023 15 Mar

Pfizer is deploying its financial resources to accelerate the battle against cancer, having signed a $43 billion agreement to buy cancer drugmaker Seagen. Their goal is to reach deeper into new cancers treatments. Seagen specialises in a type of cancer therapy known as an antibody-drug conjugate, and its key products use lab-made proteins, known...Read more

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Adherence-rates-differ-after-positive-lung-cancer-screening-examination

2022 18 Nov

In a cohort study of 685 adults with a positive lung cancer screening examination, adherence to recommended care improved among those with a higher suspicion of lung cancer, as well as after extending the follow-up timeline. The study was published in JAMA Network.   Recruited individuals were aged 18 years and over who underwent lung cancer...Read more

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New-imaging-system-could-accelerate-cancer-prognosis

2022 23 Sep

A research team at the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus discovered a new imaging information system that could accelerate prognosis for certain cancers, including pancreatic and gastrointestinal cancers.   For years the Ki67 protein has been the proliferation marker oncologists used for human tumor cells.  However, medical professionals...Read more

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Netflix-style-algorithm-for-blueprint-of-cancer

2022 21 Jun

A team of scientists have used artificial intelligence (AI) to develop a Netflix-style algorithm to investigate and categorise DNA changes across the cancer genome. The paper, titled “Signatures of copy number alterations in human cancer”, is published in  Nature. They identify 21 common faults that occur to the structure, order and number of...Read more

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Cancer-vanishes-for-every-patient-with-dostarlimab

2022 08 Jun

A small group of patients with rectal cancer have experienced a scientific miracle - a cancer drug that made their cancer vanish completely.  In a small trial at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, patients with rectal cancer received dostarlimab, an anti–PD-1 monoclonal antibody, administered every three weeks for six months. The trial included...Read more

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Ge-healthcare-collaborates-with-raysearch-to-improve-radiation-oncology-treatment-planning

2022 09 May

GE Healthcare is proud to announce that it has entered into an agreement to collaborate with  RaySearch Laboratories  AB (publ), a leading radiation oncology software provider, to develop a new radiation therapy simulation and treatment planning workflow solution, designed to simplify how radiation will be targeted to shrink a tumor. The companies...Read more

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64th-astro-annual-meeting-2022

2022 23 Oct

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Ai-to-support-breast-tomosynthesis-image-interpretation

2021 09 May

Digital breast tomosynthesis (DBT) is increasingly used in breast cancer screening, as it increases sensitivity of mammography. Due to the large number of images, reading errors occur as well as an increase in reading time.   This is based on findings from a study on the “Impact of artificial intelligence support on accuracy and reading time in breast...Read more

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Less-shut-eye-if-you-have-breast-cancer

2021 11 Apr

A recent study has shown that women with breast or endometrial cancer have increased levels of obstructive sleep apnoea (OSA). Researchers from the Ludwig Engel Centre for Respiratory Research, the Westmead Institute for Medical Research, and the University of Sydney, Australia, found that various epidemiological studies reported increased mortality...Read more

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Future-forward-particle-beam-therapy-zaps-cancer

2021 05 Apr

Researchers from the Centre for the Clinical Application of Particles (CCAP) [i]  recently presented results from a study on “An interdisciplinary collaboration transforming personalised, precision,  particle-beam therapy of the future.” This study includes the LhARA project that is currently in the Research and Development phase.  Cancer is the...Read more

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A-long-and-winding-road-from-surgery-to-port

2021 22 Mar

Researchers from the Brighton and Sussex University Hospital Trust (BSUH) presented results from a study on “ Time from Surgery to Post-operative Radiotherapy ” at the Annual Radiotherapy and Oncology Meeting of the British Institute of Radiology (BIR) from 17 to 19 March 2021.   Survival rates are significantly worse for patients with head and...Read more

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International-cancer-imaging-society-icis-2021

2021 19 Sep

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We-care-about-cancer-care

2021 08 Mar

The Lancet Oncology Commission on Medical Imaging and Nuclear Medicine presented their research aims, findings and recommendations at ECR 2021, on policy and investment regarding the imaging of cancer patients at country and global levels. These findings may aid in implementing the 2017 Cancer Resolution “Cancer prevention and control in the context...Read more

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World-cancer-day-i-am-and-i-will

2021 04 Feb

Today, February 4, is World Cancer Day . The goal is to raise awareness about cancer. The campaign theme this year is I Am And I Will . The campaign is designed to resonate and inspire change and to increase global awareness. This 3-year campaign for impact began with a commitment to act in 2019, and to Progress is Possible in 2020. Today,...Read more

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Astro-annual-meeting-2021

2021 24 Oct

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Beta-blockers-and-survival-outcomes-in-breast-cancer-patients

2020 02 Oct

New research led by Flinders University has found a link between beta-blockers and survival outcomes in some breast cancer patients. Beta-blockers, commonly used to manage cardiovascular disease, were negatively associated with survival outcomes in patients with HER2 (Human Epidermal Growth Factor Receptor 2) positive advanced breast cancer, according...Read more

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Astro-annual-meeting-2020

2020 25 Oct

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Bjr-highlights-proton-therapy-in-special-feature-and-podcast

2020 15 Jun

BJR,  the international research journal of the British Institute of Radiology, has published a collection of articles on proton therapy, guest edited by leading experts Dr Kathryn Held, Professor Tony Lomax and Professor Esther Troost. The BIR have also recorded an accompanying podcast with the Guest Editors, who share their thoughts on this rapidly...Read more

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Xrays-probe-bones-and-soft-tissues

2020 07 Apr

In a pioneering study, researchers in Japan have found a way to use x-rays in examining soft tissues – not just dense materials like bones – similar to how ultrasound or magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) work.     You might also like : AI+Radiologist: Improved Screening Interpretation   Both ultrasound and MRI make use of elastography,...Read more

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New-uk-cancer-imaging-network

2020 31 Mar

  Nine world-class imaging centres from around the UK are joining forces to create an integrated network for standardisation and validation of use of state-of-the-art imaging techniques in cancer treatment.   You might also like: Deep Mining Reveals Omics Promise for Cancer Biomarkers The  National Cancer Imaging Translational Accelerator...Read more

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International-cancer-imaging-society-icis-2020

2020 29 Sep

POSTPONED DUE TO COVID-19 HEALTH CONCERNS UNTIL 2021. MORE DETAILS TO BE CONFIRMED Read more

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Suppressing-breast-cancer-metastasis

2020 03 Mar

Researchers studying proteins that regulate alternative splicing events linked to metastasis report breakthrough findings that could lead to better treatments for metastatic breast cancer.     You might also like: Dense Breasts: Supplemental Screening Trends   Alternative splicing is a natural cellular process that helps cells...Read more

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Esmo-world-congress-on-gastrointestinal-cancer-2020

2020 01 Jul

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Esmo-breast-cancer-2020

2020 07 May

ESMO BREAST CANCER  2020 HAS BEEN CANCELLED DUE TO COVID-19 HEALTH CONCERNS Find ESMO on Social Media Read more