Treatment Innovations
Innovations in cancer treatment are transforming patient care by introducing more precise, effective, and less invasive therapies. Immunotherapy, including checkpoint inhibitors and CAR-T cell therapy, has revolutionized cancer care by harnessing the immune system to target and destroy cancer cells.
Detecting invasive nodules could be key to preventing unnecessary pancreatic cancer surgery
Pancreatic cysts are fluid-filled sacs that can form in the pancreas.
The Targeted Pulse: Discover the FDA’s Holiday Moves For Solid Tumors, Gastric, and GEJ Cancers
The subcutaneous formulation of nivolumab (Opdivo Qvantig) received FDA approval for all previously approved adult solid tumor indications as monotherapy, maintenance therapy, or in combination with chemotherapy or cabozantinib (Cabometyx). Data from the phase 3 CheckMate-67T study (NCT04810078) provided support for this approval. In the trial, subcutaneous nivolumab was compared with its intravenous formulation.
China’s National Medical Products Administration (NMPA) Approves VYLOY™ (zolbetuximab) for First-Line Treatment of Advanced Gastric or Gastroesophageal Junction Adenocarcinoma
OKYO, Jan. 5, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Astellas Pharma Inc. (TSE:4503, President and CEO: Naoki Okamura, “Astellas”) today announced that China’s National Medical Products Administration (NMPA) has approved VYLOY™ (zolbetuximab), in combination with fluoropyrimidine- and platinum-containing chemotherapy, for the first-line treatment of patients with locally advanced unresectable or metastatic human epidermal growth factor receptor 2 (HER2)-negative gastric or gastroesophageal junction (GEJ) adenocarcinoma whose tumors are claudin (CLDN) 18.2 positive.
How a common diabetes drug may help the immune system fight cancer
Metformin is best known as a reliable and affordable medication for managing type 2 diabetes.
Unique Stanford Medicine-designed AI predicts cancer prognoses, responses to treatment
A new artificial intelligence tool developed at Stanford Medicine combines data from medical images with text to predict cancer prognoses and treatment responses.
Huge breakthrough as breast cancer pill approved for NHS
A “huge breakthrough” in breast cancer treatment has arrived with the NHS approval of a twice-daily pill for the most common form of advanced disease.
Deadliest Catch Star Captain “Wild” Bill Wichrowski’s Cancer Journey Is an Inspiring Tale
Despite being a season apart, Captain “Wild” Bill Wichrowski was forced to leave the Season 20 crabbing season early for cancer treatment.
Key mechanism behind prostate cancer drug resistance reveals potential new treatment strategy
A team of University of Kentucky Markey Cancer Center researchers has found the mechanism that grants prostate cancer resistance to enzalutamide, a frequently used drug.
A new approach to cancer treatment: Tiny vesicles help the immune system fight tumors
Scientists at the Nano Life Science Institute (WPI-NanoLSI), Kanazawa University and colleagues have developed a promising new approach to cancer treatment.
A new drug delivery system may help patients with a rare eye cancer
A multi-institutional study led by Moffitt Cancer Center found that percutaneous hepatic perfusion using a melphalan hepatic delivery system may help patients with a rare eye cancer that has spread to their liver.
Breast cancer pill ‘step in the right direction’
Two women who had breast cancer say a new pill which helps reduce its spread is a “step in the right direction”.
Scientists discover lung cancer weakness that could prevent relapse
Scientists have discovered a new weakness in lung cancer that could lead to better treatments and help prevent the disease from coming back.
Revolutionary DNA Method Could Save Thousands from Ineffective Cancer Treatments
Cambridge researchers developed a new DNA classification system that reveals hidden patterns in cancer, potentially transforming how doctors identify patients who will respond to immunotherapy treatments.
Patients with advanced skin cancer to test a new vaccine in NHS drive
Patients with advanced skin cancer will be able to test a new vaccine as part of a drive to speed up the development of new treatments.
‘Huge breakthrough’ as breast cancer pill approved for NHS
A “huge breakthrough” in breast cancer treatment has arrived with the NHS approval of a twice-daily pill for the most common form of advanced disease.
Deadliest Catch Star Captain “Wild” Bill Wichrowski’s Cancer Journey Is an Inspiring Tale
Despite being a season apart, Captain “Wild” Bill Wichrowski was forced to leave the Season 20 crabbing season early for cancer treatment.
A new AI tool could slash cancer drug research waiting times in half
AI technology developed by a team at The Institute of Cancer Research may be able to streamline the years-long drug discovery process
China’s molecular ‘elevator’ boosts immunity 150-fold against cancer, viruses
China has unveiled its latest weapon in the battle against cancer – the world’s most powerful vaccine booster, capable of amplifying immune responses to tumours and infections up to 150-fold, according to researchers.
Can Laughing Really Fight Cancer? Researchers Say It’s No Joke
Amid growing concerns over social tension and instability in South Korea, the mental health of the public has increasingly come under threat.
Precision Medicine for Prostate Cancer
AI can help patients decide whether active surveillance is right for them
Scientists identify key protein driving ovarian cancer spread
A new study has identified the protein ADAMTS5 as playing a crucial role in the spread of ovarian cancer cells, offering a potential new target for future treatments.
Cancer Disappears After Experimental Use of Immunotherapy
Researchers from The Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center (MSK) made a groundbreaking discovery. They have successfully completed a trial study with 100% of patients recovering fully from rectal cancer.
Scientists create fast, scalable way to make cancer-fighting nanoparticles
MIT engineers have developed a faster, easier way to mass produce tiny drug-carrying particles that could help treat cancer more effectively, especially ovarian cancer.
Coffee-based therapy may treat ovarian cancer
Researchers from the University of Kentucky Markey Cancer Center have shared encouraging early results from a new clinical trial testing a unique coffee-based product as a possible maintenance therapy for ovarian cancer.
