National Cancer Institute
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The Breast Cancer Risk Assessment Tool allows health professionals to estimate a woman's risk of developing invasive breast cancer over the next 5 years. This free calculator takes about five minutes to complete. spr.ly/6017wKoXZ #CancerPreventionandEarlyDetectionMonth
The Ireland–Northern Ireland–U.S. National Cancer Institute Cancer Consortium aims to reduce cancer incidence and mortality on the island of Ireland through cross-border and transatlantic collaborations in #CancerResearch and education. spr.ly/6016wUHUg NCI Center for Global Health
Toripalimab (Loqtorzi), the first immunotherapy drug for the treatment of a type of head and neck cancer, recently received FDA Oncology approval. spr.ly/6016wJ8Di #HNCSM #CancerResearch
A new trial investigates zotiraciclib as a treatment for people with recurrent gliomas containing an IDH1 or IDH2 mutation to control tumor growth and improve quality of life. spr.ly/6013wUw6c #BTSM #BrainTumor #BidenCancerMoonshot
This episode of Inside Cancer Careers discusses the importance of integrating physical sciences, biology, and engineering in research, and the benefits of collaboration. spr.ly/6015w1BAW #InsideCancerCareers #CancerWorkforce
The Childhood Cancer Data Initiative Hub is a gateway to a wealth of data and resources in #ChildhoodCancerResearch . Explore the Hub to access data, tools, and resources that could accelerate research progress. spr.ly/6014wUDq2 #Data4ChildhoodCancer #DataSharing
#Osteosarcoma is an aggressive bone cancer that occurs in dogs and people. New research involving studies of pet dogs with the cancer suggests potential strategies for treating both 4-legged and 2-legged patients. NCI Center for Cancer Research spr.ly/6011woOAD #NationalPetDay
The PE-CGS (Participant Engagement and Cancer Genome Sequencing Research Network) is intended to accelerate #CancerResearch . Learn more about this collaborative effort that is part of #BidenCancerMoonshot spr.ly/6010wcUUA
Thank you, AACR, for another terrific annual meeting. We enjoyed sharing our research, learning from others, and connecting with the community of people working to advance #CancerResearch . We look forward to seeing you again next year! #AACR24 #NCIFuture
In the U.S., there are no standard or routine screening tests to detect stomach cancer in people at average risk. Researchers are working to develop such tests. Learn more: spr.ly/6014wcl7n #CancerPreventionandEarlyDetectionMonth #StomachCancer
A new study describes a potential strategy for improving the performance of tests used to detect signs of cancer or cancer-related genetic changes in a blood sample. These tests are known as liquid biopsies. spr.ly/6015wKdQB #LiquidBiopsy #CancerResearch
'I think the challenge is to think more consistently outside the box. To hear what people are wanting, needing, and thinking from those we haven't asked before.' Dr. Kimryn Rathmell speaks on how to meet the goals outlined in the #BidenCancerMoonshot . #NationalCancerPlan #AACR24
Bianca Islam of CWRU School of Medicine shares her hopes for the #NationalCancerPlan , 'We need to promote the wonders of science to young students everywhere.' #AACR24 #BidenCancerMoonshot
Dr. Elizabeth Jaffee of President's Cancer Panel on the #NationalCancerPlan , 'No one can reach the National Cancer Plan goals alone. We need the federal government, private sector, advocates, and patients to make progress.' #AACR24
Headed to the AACR annual meeting? Be sure to check out the NCI Prevention & Early Detection session on research resources, funding opportunities, and research workforce activities. Today at 4 pm. spr.ly/6013wKq0c #AACR24 #CancerPrevention
As we celebrate the one-year anniversary of the #NationalCancerPlan , we are committed to working with @TheNCI and all stakeholders to deliver optimal care to everyone and reduce the burden of cancer. #Every1HasaRole