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Kaitlyn D’Onofrio
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For the First Time in 15 Years, FDA Approves Mesothelioma Treatment
Kaitlyn D’Onofrio
Mesothelioma
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September 21, 2023
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved NovoTTF-100L System (Novocure) in conjunction with pemetrexed plus ...
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What’s it Like for Military Veterans Living With Mesothelioma?
Kaitlyn D’Onofrio
Mesothelioma
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September 21, 2023
A qualitative study took a closer look at the experiences of military veterans in the UK living with mesothelioma.
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Gender Roles May Affect the Experiences of Men and Women Living With Mesothelioma
Kaitlyn D’Onofrio
Mesothelioma
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September 21, 2023
Men and women living with mesothelioma may share similar experiences but have different concerns that nurses and other ...
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Phase 2 KEYNOTE-799 Trial: Pembrolizumab Plus cCRT Safe, Effective in NSCLC
Kaitlyn D’Onofrio
Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer
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September 21, 2023
Treatment with pembrolizumab plus concurrent chemoradiation therapy (cCRT) was safe and effective in patients with ...
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Should Patients Wait to Undergo Surgery for Early-Stage Lung Cancer?
Kaitlyn D’Onofrio
Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer
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September 21, 2023
Patients with early-stage non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) should not delay undergoing surgery, as waiting too long ...
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Dustin Diamond Dead From Lung Cancer at 44. What Is the Prognosis for SCLC?
Kaitlyn D’Onofrio
Small Cell Lung Cancer
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September 21, 2023
Dustin Diamond, who rose to fame in the 1990s for his role as Samuel “Screech” Powers on the hit television show ...
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Did Dustin Diamond Get Lung Cancer From Staying in Cheap Motels?
Kaitlyn D’Onofrio
Small Cell Lung Cancer
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September 21, 2023
Dustin Diamond is questioning what caused him to develop lung cancer and is reportedly speculating whether it may be the ...
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Dustin Diamond, Known As Screech on ‘Saved By The Bell,’ Starts Stage 4 Lung Cancer Treatment—What Does This Mean?
Kaitlyn D’Onofrio
Small Cell Lung Cancer
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September 21, 2023
Dustin Diamond, known best for his portrayal of Screech Powers on the hit 1990’s show “Saved By The Bell,” was ...
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Dr. Camidge Discusses Launch of Phase 2 Trial Evaluating RAF/MEK Inhibitor in NSCLC
Kaitlyn D’Onofrio
Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer
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September 21, 2023
Verastem Oncology recently announced the initiation of the second phase 2 registration-directed clinical trial from its ...
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Judgment From Healthcare Professionals Stops Smokers from Seeking Help for Possible Lung Cancer Symptoms
Kaitlyn D’Onofrio
Lung Cancer
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September 21, 2023
A study exploring awareness and help-seeking for potential symptoms of lung cancer among patients at high risk for the ...
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Can Dogs Detect Lung Cancer?
Kaitlyn D’Onofrio
Lung Cancer
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September 20, 2023
Lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer deaths in the United States and is the most common cancer among men and ...
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Lurbinectedin Successful Second-Line Treatment for Small-Cell Lung Cancer Patients After First-Line Failure
Kaitlyn D’Onofrio
Small Cell Lung Cancer
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September 20, 2023
Lurbinectedin may be a viable option as a second-line treatment for small-cell lung cancer (SCLC) patients whose ...
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Are Harms and Benefits of Lung Cancer Screening Thoroughly Reported on Websites?
Kaitlyn D’Onofrio
Lung Cancer
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September 20, 2023
A study of lung cancer screening programs websites found that they tend to “lack balance” in their portrayal of ...
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Black and Hispanic Patients Less Likely to Receive PET/CT Imaging for Lung Cancer—Does This Affect Survival?
Kaitlyn D’Onofrio
Lung Cancer
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September 20, 2023
According to a new report, black and Hispanic patients are less likely to undergo recommended PET/CT imaging upon lung ...
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Despite USPSTF Recommendations, 7 in 8 High-Risk Lung Cancer Patients Do Not Receive Screenings
Kaitlyn D’Onofrio
Lung Cancer
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September 20, 2023
Current and former smokers have an increased risk for developing lung cancer compared to the general population. For ...
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Patient Decision Aid for Lung Cancer Screening in Smokers: Is It Effective?
Kaitlyn D’Onofrio
Lung Cancer
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September 20, 2023
A randomized, clinical study compared the efficacy of a patient decision aid (PDA) about lung cancer screening versus a ...
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Does Higher BMI Increase Survival With Atezolizumab in NSCLC?
Kaitlyn D’Onofrio
Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer
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September 20, 2023
A new study observed an independent association between high body mass index (BMI) and improved survival with ...
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Lung Cancer Patients Taking Common Medication Often Excluded From Clinical Trials
Kaitlyn D’Onofrio
Lung Cancer
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September 20, 2023
A new study suggests that clinical trial criteria for lung cancer patients may be excluding patients taking commonly ...
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Lung Cancer Patients Treated at NCI Centers Have More Access to High-Cost Drugs
Kaitlyn D’Onofrio
Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer
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September 20, 2023
Patients with metastatic non-small cell lung cancer may not have access to certain high-cost agents depending on where ...
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Racial Disparities in Lung Cancer Care
Kaitlyn D’Onofrio
Lung Cancer
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September 20, 2023
A recent study of disparities in cancer care observed that older, black lung cancer patients may be less likely than ...
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