Risk for Cardiovascular Disease Greater for Childhood Cancer Survivors
Exposure to ≥250 mg/m² doxorubicin-equivalent anthracycline chemo tied to risk for CVD, heart failure
FDA: Men Should Be Included in Breast Cancer Clinical Trials
Draft guidance that men be included in breast cancer trials issued by the FDA on Aug. 26
Prurigo Nodularis Associated With Mental Health Disorders
Odds increased for mental health disorders, HIV infection, systemic illnesses
Most HPV-Linked Cancers Due to Types Targeted by 9vHPV Vaccine
In 2012 to 2016, 92 percent of cancers attributable to HPV due to HPV types targeted by 9vHPV vaccine
Novel Therapy Treats Triple-Class Refractory Multiple Myeloma
Partial response or better observed in 26 percent of patients receiving oral selinexor-dexamethasone
More Physical Activity at Any Intensity May Reduce Mortality
Higher levels of total physical activity, less time spent sedentary linked to lower mortality risk
Coverage With HPV Vaccine Continuing to Increase in Boys
Teens whose parents received a provider recommendation had higher coverage with HPV vaccine
Many Providers Fail to Discuss Sun-Safe Behaviors With Patients
Skin cancer counseling often takes backseat due to lack of time, other pressing health issues
Oral Antibiotic Use Linked to Risk for Colorectal Cancer
Risk for colon cancer increased, risk for rectal cancer reduced in association with oral antibiotic use
Odds of Developing C. Diff Increased in Older Cancer Patients
Risk for Clostridiodes difficile infection significantly greater with diagnosis of liquid tumors
