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Many lung cancer patients are concerned about the side effects lung cancer radiation can cause, such as heart or kidney damage, or fertility problems, says… Read More »What side effects can lung cancer radiation cause?
This blog post was written by Kristina Baum, who has melanoma and is participating in a clinical trial on immunotherapy at the Johns Hopkins Kimmel… Read More »A perspective on an immunotherapy clinical trial
“The best way to prevent lung cancer now is to make sure you're not currently smoking,” says Russell K. Hales, M.D. Hales, who is a… Read More »I’m a former smoker. Is there a way to prevent lung cancer now?
“When I meet with patients, I tell them that there are three critical parts to their therapy. The first is local therapy, such as surgery… Read More »How does diet affect lung cancer risk or treatment? Do you have a nutritionist on my care team?
Master of Health Communications student Brian Boyle will participate in this weekend's Swim Across America Baltimore event, which benefits the Johns Hopkins Kimmel Cancer Center.… Read More »Johns Hopkins communications student honors father’s cancer battle in 5-mile swim
We've heard much about the national Cancer Moonshot led by Vice President Joe Biden aimed at galvanizing resources across the nation to speed the rate… Read More »What Is Maryland’s Plan to Curb Cancer?
“Molecular profiling of a tumor has really taken off over the last few years, and a few years ago, it could take several weeks for… Read More »How long does it take to test and see test results about lung cancer mutations?
Today, the Blue Ribbon Panel of advisers for Vice President Joe Biden’s Cancer Moonshot Initiative presented a set of 10 recommendations for research opportunities worthy… Read More »National Cancer Advisory Board Accepts Blue Ribbon Panel’s Recommendations for Cancer Moonshot Initiative
“I'm not aware of data to show that more young people are being diagnosed with lung cancer,” says Russell K. Hales, M.D., a radiation oncologist,… Read More »It seems that more young people in their 30s and 40s are being diagnosed. Are any studies looking at this and can they help younger patients?
Trina Taylor (Isaac) has felt God’s guidance throughout her journey with colorectal cancer. She had been out of work for over a year before she… Read More »Stronger Than Colon Cancer