Cancer affects many people as they grow older, so it’s important to have scientific research that focuses on older adults. Dr. Stuart Lichtman discusses why studies haven’t focused on older adults in the past and what is being done to change that. Read More >>
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July 5, 2016 · Lidia Schapira, MD, FASCO
At the 2016 ASCO Annual Meeting, Vice President Joe Biden talked about the Moonshot Initiative and what the future of cancer research offers. Read More >>
June 2, 2016 · Lidia Schapira, MD, FASCO
Dr. Schapira puts the ASCO Annual Meeting in context for people with cancer and their families. Read More >>
May 31, 2016 · Aziza Nassar, MD, FCAP
Biopsies are central to the diagnosis of many cancers. Pathologist Aziza Nassar, MD, sheds light on some things people should understand about biopsy. Read More >>
May 24, 2016
Geriatric Medicine Specialist, Beatriz Korc-Grodzicki, MD, PhD, discusses the special considerations that affect older adults who need surgery for cancer and provides tips on preparing for surgery. Read More >>