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Researchers zero in on therapeutic target for aggressive uterine cancer
A common mutation in a rare cancer subtype leads researchers to an already-approved drug that shows promise against uterine serous carcinoma
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Belzutifan offers hope for patients with von Hippel-Lindau disease
The anti-cancer effect of the drug may help those with rare, hereditary cancer syndromes avoid surgeries by shrinking tumors via a daily oral dose.
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What is lymphedema?
What is lymphedema, what causes it and how can it be treated? Michigan Medicine lymphedema experts explain the condition and what treatments are available.
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Two markers help predict head and neck cancer prognosis
HPV circulating tumor DNA and MRI/PET imaging markers predicted which tumors would respond to chemoradiation as early as two weeks into treatment.
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When donating blood is ‘the kindest thing you can do’
Blood transfusions were the only thing that helped Connor Burke cope with the fatigue of his chemotherapy. Now, amid a national blood shortage, he’s encouraging more people to donate blood
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Side effects of radiation therapy reduced when computer optimizes treatment, study finds
A multi-center study found that breast cancer patients experienced less pain and skin irritation when a more complex form of treatment planning was used for radiation. 
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Researchers find promising new approach to stop intestinal problems caused by immune cells
New research suggests gastrointestinal diseases caused by immune system T cells could be mitigated by bolstering a common enzyme.
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AI helps predict treatment outcomes for patients with diseased dental implants
The algorithm FARDEEP offers a personalized approach to identify patients who better respond to regenerative therapies.
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Treatment enhances anti-leukemia effect of bone marrow transplant, reduces recurrence, study finds
In a clinical trial, adding interferon treatment with a bone marrow transplant bolstered outcomes for patients with advanced, high-risk leukemia.
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Glioma subtype may hold the secret to the success of immunotherapies
Researchers have found a common mutation in gliomas makes them sensitive to immunotherapy. Studies of mouse models indicate a potential path toward more effective treatments for this type of cancer.
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For cancer care, patients’ relationship with their primary care providers prove crucial
Two studies highlight the important role of PCPs and their communication with patients at various stages of their cancer journeys.
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Wearable temperature sensor provides early warning for complications in cancer patients
The device, which takes measurements every two minutes, was able to detect infection and cytokine release syndrome events several hours sooner than routine monitoring.
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Pumping iron: inhibition of key pathway promotes iron-dependent cell death in pancreatic cancer cells
Cell culture study maps mechanisms underlying a new potential strategy for killing pancreatic cancer cells through a type of cell death known as ferroptosis.
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Genomic test could help predict aggressive disease in men newly diagnosed with prostate cancer
An analysis of patient data from across Michigan found scores from the Decipher Biopsy test independently aligned with outcomes.
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For Ann Arbor Pastor Stacey Duke, and many other patients with cancer, the pandemic feels far from over
Duke, who was profiled in March 2020, reflects on navigating life with stage 4 cancer while much of the country is focused on getting ‘back to normal’