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Statin therapy is associated with reduced risk of all-cause and multiple myeloma-specific mortality

Statins Reduce Risk of Mortality in Multiple Myeloma

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Reduced risk of both all-cause and multiple myeloma-specific mortality in cohort of veterans

American Society for Radiation Oncology, Sept. 25-28

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The 58th Annual Meeting of the American Society for Radiation Oncology The annual meeting of the American Society for Radiation Oncology was held...
Many cancer patients hold unrealistic hopes when they decide to join early-stage clinical trials of experimental treatments

Cancer Patients Have Unrealistic Hopes Entering Clinical Trials

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Study finding is a red flag, researcher says
In germ cell tumors

TP53, MDM2 Alterations Linked to Cisplatin Resistance in GCT

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TP53, MDM2 alterations predict adverse prognosis in patients with germ cell tumors
More Americans are benefiting from immunotherapy

AACR: More Cancer Patients Benefiting From Immunotherapy

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Therapies help arm the body to fight off malignancy, according to Cancer Progress Report
Staff members at nearly one in 10 major U.S. cancer centers -- all of which provide palliative care services -- weren't certain such symptom-management and supportive care was actually available there

Some Cancer Center Staff Uncertain of Services Offered

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'Mystery shopper' study shows one in 10 facilities provided misinformation on palliative care services
There was a decrease in cancer mortality from 1999 to 2014 for children and adolescents aged 1 to 19 years

Recent Decline in Cancer Mortality for Children, Teens

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Twenty percent decrease in cancer death rate among children and adolescents from 1999 to 2014
New anticancer drugs

New Anticancer Drugs Up Costs and Life Expectancy Considerably

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Lifetime costs up $72,000, life expectancy up 13 months with new drug use in breast cancer
Starting palliative care shortly after an incurable cancer diagnosis helps patients cope and improves their quality of life

Early Palliative Care Ups QOL for Terminal Cancer Patients

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Early care also increases chances of having end-of-life discussions
People who care for loved ones with cancer face more challenges than those who care for those with other health problems

Caregivers for Cancer Patients Face Unique Challenges

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Survey results suggest more support is warranted