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Better identification of patients at high risk of disease progression and newer treatments may mean that fewer newly diagnosed patients must “watch and wait.”
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The use of telemedicine has shown rapid growth over the course of the pandemic, with some experts suggesting that it is here to stay.
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Can a digital coach improve health outcomes in patients with blood cancers? An ongoing clinical trial should provide insights.
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Three patients with chronic lymphocytic leukemia were found to have progression to B-ALL after treatment with lenalidomide causing early termination of a clinical study.
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By Rosie Kelly
Michele Lawson founded Wig Warriors in honor of her stepmother, who passed away from colon cancer. The Wig Warriors Foundation provides services to patients who have cosmetic side effects from cancer treatments.
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Oncology nurse navigators guide patients with cancer through their entire journey, helping them to navigate the healthcare system, their treatment, and any barriers to care.
COVID-19 & CancerCancer Fundraising
Cancer nonprofit and advocacy groups shifted their fundraising events from live to virtual in 2020 in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Moving forward, virtual events will likely remain a critical component for cancer fundraising strategies.
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It is recommended that most patients with CLL receive the COVID-19 vaccine, although each patient should still talk with their healthcare team first.
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A new laboratory-based scoring system may allow physicians to better predict which patients with early-stage CLL are most likely to require early treatment.
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Patients with CLL may be at increased risk for developing severe COVID-19. Experts have provided insights on how to protect them while still delivering optimal care.