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Liver Cancer Screening Post-Hep C Cure Improves Survival
Hepatocellular carcinoma is the most common form of liver cancer in adults. Hepatitis C infection is a known cause of hepatocellular carcinoma because the virus causes chronic inflammation and scarring of the liver, known as cirrhosis. Newer anti-viral drugs offer highly effective cures for hepatitis C, leading to stabilization of hepatitis C-related liver disease and decreased rates of hepatocellular carcinoma. Although new infections can occur at any age, the “baby boomer” generation born between 1945-1965 represents the largest population affected by hepatitis C in the United States. Yale's new research looked at whether ongoing liver cancer screening for individuals who achieved hepatitis C cure improves their overall survival rates.
10 Sep 2024
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Yale Research Highlights Unmet Needs for Patients With Melanoma Who Progress or Relapse After Immunotherapy Treatment
A retrospective cohort study by Yale Cancer Center researchers of nearly 200 patients with melanoma who died after receiving treatment with immunotherapy highlights a need to improve outcomes for patients who progress or relapse after the treatment.
30 Aug 2024
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How a Yale early detection clinic is inspiring one Closer to Free Rider
Knowing his family history with cancer, Graig Diamond made the decision to get tested for BRCA and Lynch Syndrome.
Source: NBC Connecticut
9 Aug 2024
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Dr. Tamar Taddei on Yale Cancer Answers: Multidisciplinary Liver Cancer Care
On Yale Cancer Answers Dr. Tamar Taddei discusses the causes of liver disease and liver cancer and the multidisciplinary approaches to care.
29 Jul 2024
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YNHH specialist riding Closer to Free for beloved coworker and friend
Morgan Hushion’s coworker and best friend, Jacqueline “Jac,” was diagnosed with leukemia this spring. Both speech pathologists at Bridgeport Hospital, they would ride every year in Closer to Free to support Yale Cancer Center and Smilow Cancer Hospital. This year’s ride will be more emotional, as Morgan and her husband, Jacqueline’s husband, and family and friends will be riding for “Team Jac Fights Back,” hoping to raise enough money to go directly to supporting research and patients with leukemia.
Source: NBC Connecticut
26 Jul 2024
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Physical exercise may help prevent nerve damage during chemotherapy, study finds
Dr. Melinda Irwin, deputy director of Yale Cancer Center and the Susan Dwight Bliss Professor of Epidemiology and associate dean of research at the Yale School of Public Health, who was also not involved in the study, told Medical News Today that the study’s results were “practice-changing,” notably because of how easy it can be to implement physical activity.
Source: Medical News Today
19 Jul 2024
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Cancer survivor remains positive, plans to give back through Closer to Free Ride
Deborah Finco has cycled in several countries and several states, but it will be the first time she rides Closer to Free here at home on September 7. Diagnosed with esophageal cancer in September 2022, she underwent an esophagectomy followed by reconstruction just three months later. Deborah says she hopes to share a message of support to other survivors on ride day.
Source: NBC Connecticut
18 Jul 2024
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AI Use May Improve Treatment Outcomes in Prostate Cancer
CancerNetwork spoke with James B. Yu, MD, MHS, FASTRO, assistant professor, adjunct, Smilow Cancer Hospital at Saint Francis Hospital, Department of Radiation Oncology.
Source: Cancer Network
17 Jul 2024
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CT couple shows strength and resilience ahead of Closer to Free Ride
After four and a half years in remission, Bobby Klein’s leukemia returned. Since his initial diagnosis in 2020, Bobby and his wife have participated in every Closer to Free Ride, with their small but mighty team of five: Bobby’s Believers. The Kleins recently celebrated their 20th wedding anniversary and Rebecca’s birthday while at Smilow, and while sitting side by side for those special moments, they shared how the money from the Closer to Free Ride has helped them in more ways than they can ever imagine. “Without this ride, he might not be here today,” said Rebecca.
Source: NBC Connecticut
11 Jul 2024
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Ambient heat during pregnancy linked to increased risk of childhood cancer
Yale School of Public Health researchers evaluate the association between exposure to hot temperatures during pregnancy and the risk of cancer in children.
3 Jul 2024
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Yale Study Finds Potential in Predicting Immunotherapy Outcomes in Patients with Melanoma
A recent study conducted by scientists at Yale Cancer Center demonstrates that spatial gene signatures can significantly enhance the prediction of immunotherapy outcomes in patients with melanoma.
26 Jun 2024
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Profiles in Survivorship: Craig Studer
Profiles in Survivorship: Craig Studer
8 Jun 2024
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Dr. Vasilis Vasiliou on Yale Cancer Answers
Dr. Vasilis Vasiliou on Yale Cancer Answers.
28 May 2024
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Hawaiian Man Overcomes Brain Tumor with Positive Attitude – and an Expert at Yale
Stephen, 61, traveled over 5,000 from Hawaii to Yale to have Dr. Jennifer Moliterno perform brain surgery. Dr. Moliterno performs more brain surgeries than any other physician in Connecticut, and patients like Stephen travel long distances due to her experience and efficiency.
23 May 2024
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Investigating the Link Between Metabolism and Cancer
In an interview, Rachel Perry, PhD, discusses the link between insulin and cancer, a surprising finding in her research, and the future of precision medicine for metabolism-related cancers.
15 May 2024
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Amos Espinosa Wins American Society of Hematology Minority Hematology Graduate Award
Amos S. Espinosa, a PhD Candidate in Experimental Pathology, was recently named a winner of the American Society of Hematology's Minority Hematology Graduate Award.
8 May 2024
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7 Things You Should Know About Brain Tumors
YSPH Professor Dr. Elizabeth B. Claus, MD, and the International Low-Grade Glioma (LGG) Registry that she leads are mentioned in this article, which provides resources for people who are impacted by a tumor diagnosis. Among the LGG resources are a map-design by YSPH student Wanjing Chen, 'MPH '24, (biostatistics), showing where registry participants reside. May is National Brain Tumor Awareness Month.
Source: Salud America!
2 May 2024
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Woman Faces a Brain Tumor with Determination, Focus, and a World Class Surgeon
Melinda, 67, approached her brain tumor with the same singular focus she approaches everything in life - and with the help of a World-Class Yale surgeon.
30 Apr 2024
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Does Fracking Cause Cancer?
The process of fracking involves known carcinogens, and fracking has been linked to cancers in children and young adults, but it remains unclear whether fracking causes cancer. YSPH Associate Professor Nicole Deziel provides insight on the issue.
Source: Cancer Therapy Advisor
12 Apr 2024
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Ted Hovey Thought He Could Battle Cancer Alone, Then He Found ‘Family’ at Yale
Theodore “Ted” Hovey made a conscious decision while battling multiple myeloma that he would largely do it by himself. He went unaccompanied to his appointments – “I don’t want to have to entertain the person who’s there with me” – and took on the cancer one-on-one. But from his visits to Yale Cancer Center and Smilow Cancer Hospital, Ted, 59, who’s spent most of his working life in the marine industry, quickly learned that he wasn’t alone.
28 Mar 2024