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Pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma, a common and aggressive type of cancer, often develops resistance to treatments such as chemotherapy. However, a new drug tested in mice may be able to eliminate the cancer’s defenses. Pancreatic ductal   (Read More)

It started as a pilot created by The Center for Medicare & Medicaid Innovation (CMS) to develop new payment and delivery models designed to improve the effectiveness and efficiency of specialty care. Among those specialty models is the Oncology   (Read More)

October is Liver Cancer Awareness Month. For many health care providers, it can serve as a reminder that liver cancer is a leading cause of cancer deaths worldwide, according to the American Cancer Society, and it accounts for more than 600,000   (Read More)

This year in the United States, 81,190 men and women will be diagnosed with bladder cancer and 17,240 will die from the disease. This number could be reduced if people can recognize the signs of possible bladder cancer and contact their doctors   (Read More)

New research shows that a new cancer vaccine may be effective for treating a range of HER2-positive cancers, including the more aggressive HER2-positive breast cancer. Cancer that is human epidermal growth factor 2–positive (HER2-positive) holds   (Read More)

New research shows that a diet rich in marine omega-3 fatty acids slows the growth and spread of breast cancer cells in female mice. The diet enriched with omega-3 also improved the rodents’ survival. A vast body of research hails the benefits   (Read More)

If you’ve been diagnosed with breast cancer, your treatment will depend on many factors, including your age and overall health. Your doctor will help you decide on the best option for your specific condition. One common treatment for breast cancer   (Read More)

A visit to the hospital never makes the list of favorite destinations, but packing some comfort items can make it feel a little more comfortable and home or hotel-like. Think of your stay like any other road trip and pack accordingly. Loose, warm   (Read More)

More and more studies are pointing to the benefits of adding aspirin to conventional cancer treatment. A new review examines this available research and asks the question: is it “time to share [the] evidence and decision-making with   (Read More)

Just a few decades ago, little was known about breast cancer. It was a rarely talked about disease. Today, breast cancer is in the news almost daily, and much of what we read and hear involves breakthroughs in early detection, new drug therapies and   (Read More)

This month, health care providers around the globe will be spreading the word about palliative care and its many benefits in light of World Hospice and Palliative Care Month. What is palliative care? Palliative care is care given to improve the   (Read More)

You take good care of your pet. But what has your pet done for you lately? A small but growing body of research suggests that owning or interacting with animals may have the added benefit of improving your health. People and animals have a long   (Read More)

September is Thyroid Cancer Awareness Month and OHC wants to remind you to take time to educate yourself and loved ones about the risk factors, signs and symptoms, and treatment options. Thyroid cancer often has an excellent prognosis when detected   (Read More)

When your friend has cancer, sometimes it’s hard to find the right words to say. A diagnosis of cancer can create awkward tensions between friends. If your friend has cancer, you may already find that your conversations with him or her are   (Read More)

It isn’t possible to completely prevent prostate cancer, but it is possible to reduce a person’s risk. According to the American Cancer Society, the best ways to reduce the risk of developing prostate cancer are to make positive changes   (Read More)