7 h. ago Biologists identify targets for new pancreatic cancer treatments

Their study yielded hundreds of “cryptic” peptides that are found only on pancreatic tumor cells and could be targeted by vaccines or engineered T cells.

Events

14 h. ago Medicaid payments barely keep hospital mental health units afloat. Federal cuts could sink them

Patients seeking mental health care are more likely to be on Medicaid than patients in more profitable areas of care, such as cancer or cardiac treatment.

Science

64 h. ago Terminal colon cancer patient saved by breakthrough treatment

A Minnesota woman was told her stage 4 colon cancer couldn’t be cured. Two years later, she’s cancer-free — and says a last-chance clinical trial gave her back her life.

Science

6 d. ago 9/11 health care program restores cancer treatment certifications amid turmoil

In an internal memo obtained by ABC News, a branch chief wrote, "We are able to resume processing enrollments, certifications, and letters at this time."

Science

8 d. ago Michael Bolton's brain cancer treatments have harsh side effects, but succumbing is 'not an option'

Grammy winner Michael Bolton battles glioblastoma brain cancer with "grace and humor." Diagnosed in 2023, he finished radiation and chemotherapy treatment in October 2024.

Politics

9 d. ago Teddi Mellencamp shares cancer treatment that worked for her in battle with deadly disease

"Real Housewives" star Teddi Mellencamp has been undergoing immunotherapy for her cancer, sharing at a recent event the treatment has been working.

Events

1 week ago Alternative cancer treatment could replace chemo and surgery, study suggests

A "groundbreaking" cancer treatment trial by Memorial Sloan Kettering shows immunotherapy alone can eliminate some tumors, offering patients an alternative to chemotherapy and surgery.

Politics

2 w. ago Embedded smart trackers boost security for radioactive shipments

Every day, cancer patients visit medical facilities for treatments to lessen or alleviate the destructive illness. Treatments often include radioisotopes and other radioactive materials that target and destroy cancer cells effectively.

Politics

2 w. ago Snack food created after cancer crisis was 'labor of love' for husband and wife

Lori Levine was diagnosed with breast cancer in 2017, underwent treatment and became committed to living a clean lifestyle. That prompted her husband to create a great-tasting new snack.

Society

2 w. ago He’s running Boston ‘for every child fighting for more tomorrows’

William Mitchell is supporting Boston Children's Hospital, where his cousin received treatment for brain cancer. The post He’s running Boston ‘for every child fighting for more tomorrows’ appeared first on Boston.com.

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