A Treatment That Came Just in Time Cancer survivor Laurie Adami reflects on her experience participating in a clinical trial that ultimately contributed to the March 2021 approval of a CAR-T cell therapy for follicular lymphoma. by Laurie Adami Searching the Blood for Signs of Altered Immunity The immune systems of people with blood cancer respond differently to infection with the coronavirus than the immune systems of people without cancer or with solid tumors. by Kate Yandell FORWARD LOOK Medicare to Cover CAR-T Cell Therapy High cost may still limit access. by Nancy Averett Finding More Targets for CAR-T Cells CAR-T cell therapy has successfully treated some patients with leukemia and lymphoma. Researchers are looking to expand the range of cancers that will respond to the therapy. by Kendall K. Morgan The Right Dose Researchers want to find out when cancer patients can benefit from receiving lower doses of drugs or radiation, shortening treatment or skipping certain treatments altogether. by Kate Yandell What Not to Say to a Cancer Patient When visiting a friend or family member who is sick, it’s good to leave platitudes at the door. by Michael Gavaghen Survivor Profile A Lesson in Service Rabbi Ben David was comfortable in his role of helping those in need, but he had to rely on others after his lymphoma diagnosis. The marathon runner has returned to an active life one step at a time. by Lindsey Konkel FROM THE EDITOR-IN-CHIEF CAR-T Cells: ‘Bionic’ Immune Cells for Treating Cancer T cells are being rebuilt to kill cancer cells. by William G. Nelson, MD, PhD Treatment Is Waiting For patients with chronic blood cancers, the early intervention mantra of cancer does not always apply. by Sue Rochman Forward Look Melanoma Risk Increased in Some Lymphoma Survivors Study pinpoints group that may benefit from close surveillance. by Sharon Reynolds next Cancer Talk Exercise, Cancer and Aging A study on aging shows that cancer survivors are at higher risk of losing strength and walking more slowly compared to those with no cancer history. Exercise is one way to combat this decline by Marcus A. Banks Preconceived Notions: Cancer, Fertility Coverage and the Law Insurance coverage for fertility treatments is not mandated by federal law, although some states require it. People seeking cancer treatment need to understand their coverage and the law in their state. by Shelly Rosenfeld Drug Delays Recurrence in People With Early-Stage Breast Cancer People who have inherited BRCA mutations and are at high risk for cancer recurrence may benefit from a PARP inhibitor. by Pamela Rafalow Grossman Open Medical Records: Pros and Cons Patients now have full access to their online medical records. What are the benefits and downsides? by Jen Tota McGivney More Posts