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The fall 2026 issue of Cancer Today magazine is available with stories on the expanding role of antibody-drug conjugates, and much more. brnw.ch/21x5HpE
Breast cancer mortality rates continue to decline, but not all women have benefited equally, according to research presented at the @AACR Conference on The Science of Cancer Health Disparities. Learn more: brnw.ch/21x6w5B #AACRdisp26
Thyroid cancer is about three times more common in women than in men. Research suggests women with zinc deficiency may have an increased risk of developing this cancer. Learn more: brnw.ch/21x6uUb
#ICYMI: "What's unique about this is that it is much more completely inhibiting this pathway … without leading to insurmountable toxicity." Learn more about a recently approved drug for advanced HR-positive breast cancer. brnw.ch/21x6u2i
This week in cancer news: The FDA approves a treatment for mismatch repair-deficient colon cancer, how age-based testing criteria could miss people with inherited cancer-risk mutations, and more. brnw.ch/21x6t1t
Have you considered a caregiver support group? In the latest from @KarenBannan: How loved ones can benefit from connecting with others going through the same experience. brnw.ch/21x6qQv
The AACR Cancer Disparities Progress Report 2026 highlights persistent cancer disparities across the U.S., including among racial and ethnic minority groups. brnw.ch/21x6pfV
A recently approved targeted therapy blocks multiple proteins in a key pathway for treatment resistance for people with HR-positive, HER2-negative breast cancer. brnw.ch/21x6nAE @YAbdouMD @crenshawseeds
Epithelial ovarian cancer and other related types can grow resistant to platinum chemotherapy, but a recently approved targeted therapy appears to boost the chemotherapy’s effectiveness. Learn more: brnw.ch/21x6nhZ @AngelesSecord @GynCancerMD
A qualitative study suggests e-cigarettes are likely linked to increased cancer risk, but with the size of that risk unknown, some experts see them as a safer alternative to smoking tobacco. brnw.ch/21x6lIJ @Brabbott42
#ICYMI: Yvonne McLean Florence shares her experience in a clinical trial to encourage more Black people to join cancer research. Read more: brnw.ch/21x6kho
"The mission is to integrate cancer care into patients' lives in a way that minimizes disruption." Some people may be able to get chemotherapy in the comfort of their homes. Learn more in What's Next: brnw.ch/21x6jnG
This week in cancer news: Adolescents who develop colorectal cancer are often diagnosed at an advanced stage, 1 in 8 cancer cases globally is linked to infections, and more. brnw.ch/21x6iAp
For men with a biochemical recurrence in prostate cancer, hormone therapy may not always be needed after radiation. Learn what a recent study found and the role of PSA levels in the decision: brnw.ch/21x6giq @crenshawseeds @AmarUKishan @TiansterZhang
Exercising after a cancer diagnosis can protect against remission and even counter the side effects that make activity seem challenging. We spoke to an expert about ways you can start exercising safely. cancertodaymag.org/fall-2026…
The @NYTimes highlighted the benefits of exercise programs for people with cancer. For patients wondering where to get started, check out the tips and guidance above. nytimes.com/2026/10/06/well/…
In her book, Shira Kupperman Boehler details her experience with lung cancer and why she thinks screening should be available to more people. Read our conversation with Boehler: brnw.ch/21x6eTx
Debbie Denardi saw both her parents and several relatives go through cancer treatment before she was diagnosed. Now she is an advocate for people with hereditary cancer. brnw.ch/21x6cyO @debsetu @atperez_md @EnCheng23
If you are caring for a loved one with cancer, you may not always agree with their treatment decisions. If this happens, how should you respond? We asked a clinical psychologist for advice. Read his suggestions: brnw.ch/21x6baz
"I had no idea how highly variable breast cancer is," actress Amanda Peet said after her lobular breast cancer diagnosis and treatment. Read Amanda's story: brnw.ch/21x69Lh
Many people are already dealing with difficult life challenges when they get a cancer diagnosis. In the latest Your Cancer Guide, learn strategies to balance treatment and other difficulties. brnw.ch/21x68O1



















