Latest cancer news

Here are some of the latest cancer news and breakthroughs:

Immunotherapy Advances

• A new immunotherapy drug, called dostarlimab, has shown promising results in treating advanced ovarian cancer. The drug, developed by GlaxoSmithKline, uses a different approach to target cancer cells and has been shown to shrink tumors in 80% of patients. (Source: The New York Times)
• Researchers have discovered a new way to enhance the effectiveness of immunotherapy drugs by combining them with a type of radiation therapy. The study, published in the journal Nature, found that the combination treatment increased the number of cancer-fighting immune cells in the body. (Source: Science Daily)

Targeted Therapies

• A new targeted therapy, called larotrectinib, has been approved by the FDA for treating a type of lung cancer called TRK fusion-positive non-small cell lung cancer. The drug, developed by Bayer and Loxo Oncology, is designed to target a specific genetic mutation that is present in about 1% of lung cancer patients. (Source: FDA)
• Researchers have discovered a new way to target a specific protein called PD-L1, which is often overexpressed in cancer cells. The study, published in the journal Cancer Cell, found that a new antibody drug conjugate was able to selectively kill cancer cells while leaving healthy cells intact. (Source: Science Daily)

Cancer Prevention and Screening

• A new study has found that a diet rich in fruits, vegetables, and whole grains may reduce the risk of developing certain types of cancer, including breast, colon, and prostate cancer. The study, published in the journal JAMA Internal Medicine, analyzed data from over 500,000 people and found that a healthy diet was associated with a lower risk of cancer. (Source: CNN)
• Researchers have developed a new blood test that can detect cancer biomarkers in the blood, potentially allowing for earlier detection and treatment of cancer. The test, developed by a company called Grail, uses a type of DNA sequencing technology to detect genetic mutations that are present in cancer cells. (Source: The New York Times)

Cancer Treatment and Survivorship

• A new study has found that a type of therapy called cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) can help reduce symptoms of depression and anxiety in cancer patients. The study, published in the journal Cancer, found that CBT was effective in reducing symptoms of depression and anxiety in patients with advanced cancer. (Source: HealthDay)
• Researchers have developed a new type of prosthetic breast that can be used to help cancer patients who have undergone mastectomies. The prosthetic, developed by a company called Ideal Implant, is designed to mimic the natural shape and feel of a breast and can be customized to fit each individual patient. (Source: CNN)

Cancer Research and Funding

• The National Cancer Institute (NCI) has announced a new initiative to accelerate the development of cancer treatments and improve patient outcomes. The initiative, called the NCI's Cancer Moonshot, aims to accelerate the development of new cancer treatments and improve patient outcomes by bringing together researchers, clinicians, and industry partners. (Source: NCI)
• The American Cancer Society (ACS) has announced a new grant program to support cancer research and patient services. The program, called the ACS Research Scholar Grant, provides funding to early-career researchers to support their cancer research and patient services. (Source: ACS)