Leukemia, Myelodysplasia, Transplantation
Guidelines
Evidence still lacking that vitamins prevent CVD, cancer: USPSTF
In its final recommendation statement on the subject, the task force does, however, recommend against use of vitamin E and beta-carotene.
Diminutio
Patients with blood cancers underutilize palliative care
Today in “Diminutio,” Sarah D’Ambruoso, NP, highlights this and other key presentations on palliative care from the ASCO annual meeting.
Conference Coverage
Studies address ibrutinib bleeding risk in patients with CLL receiving Mohs surgery
Mohs surgeons may commonly find themselves treating patients with these unique considerations.
Diminutio
Dodging potholes from cancer care to hospice transitions
The consequences of suboptimal hospice transitions can damage the mental health and well-being of patient and caregiver.
Conference Coverage
Novel COVID-19 vaccine could fill the void for patients with blood cancers
Existing vaccines provide weak protection for immunocompromised patients with B-cell deficiencies.
From the Journals
Few new cancer drugs replace current standards of care
Newer drugs could benefit patients but could increase the cost of care.
From the Journals
Eating olive oil may slow CLL disease progression
A pilot study in Greece suggested that consuming extra virgin olive oil daily induced the apoptosis of cancer cells.
Latest News
Ways to lessen toxic effects of chemo in older adults
Three recent high-quality randomized trials evaluated the use of geriatric assessment in older adults with cancer.
Diminutio
Filling opioid prescriptions akin to a Sisyphean task
“Instead of preserving access to desperately needed pain medicine for those suffering with serious illness, states and insurers have aggressively...
From the Journals
Global data suggest rising CLL incidence since 1990
New global data show the rate of chronic lymphocytic leukemia increasing in the last 30 years. Is ascertainment bias a factor?
From the Journals
Women at higher risk of serious adverse events from cancer therapy
As cancer treatment becomes increasingly individualized, “sex may be an important consideration.”