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Association of Community Cancer Centers presents Innovator Awards

November 17, 2019

The Association of Community Cancer Centers presented its ACCC Innovator Awards to seven member programs.

The awards recognize innovative strategies that improve access, quality and value in cancer care delivery.

NIH selects five Lasker Clinical Research Scholars

November 16, 2019

The NIH selected five scientists as Lasker Clinical Research Scholars. The competitive program — part of a joint initiative with Albert and Mary Lasker Foundation…

FDA News

FDA approves Adakveo to reduce pain crises from sickle cell disease

November 15, 2019

The FDA approved crizanlizumab to reduce the frequency of pain crises among people with sickle cell disease. Crizanlizumab (Adakveo, Novartis) — indicated for…

In the Journals

Study challenges ‘default use of hypomethylating agents’ in high-risk myelodysplastic syndrome

November 15, 2019

Older patients with myelodysplastic syndrome appeared more likely to receive persistent treatment with hypomethylating agents under the care of more experienced…

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‘Pen’ enables surgeons to quickly pinpoint cancerous tissue

November 15, 2019

Researchers at The University of Texas at Austin have developed a handheld device, known as the MasSpec Pen, designed to distinguish between cancerous and healthy tissue…

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