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Published Date: 15 Apr 2024

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Diagnosis of Mass Confined to the Kidney: Is It RCC or TCC?

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Transforming Perioperative MIBC Care in Community Practice: Navigating Emerging Data, Guideline Changes, and Adverse Event Management Protocols

Not surprisingly, trust in government health agencies for cancer info has dipped

Response rates with daraxonrasib ranged from 31% to 37% in previously treated RAS-mutant NSCLC

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Observational study shows greater microplastic burden in patients with lung malignancy

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Bispecific antibody and ADC together impress in early study

ROS1-Targeting Lung Cancer Drug Yields 90% Response Rate

Early efficacy among the highest seen in lung cancer, expert says

Woman Develops Tiny Blood Spots on Her Body After COVID Shot

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Two Survival Wins in NSCLC With Bispecific Seeking Worldwide Status

Ivonescimab topped pembrolizumab alone or paired with chemotherapy in separate trials

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Liberalized Cannabis Policies May Increase Substance Use

In a global review, legalization was associated with increased cannabis use and related emergency department visits, with potential decreases in the use of alcohol and tobacco.

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British lawmakers rejected on Friday a proposal to legalise assisted dying for terminally ill people, dealing a major setback to campaigners and bringing the latest effort...

‘Modest’ Differences in OAT Should Not Obscure Benefits

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EU Flags Shortage Of Schizophrenia Drug Injections Due to Manufacturing Issues

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Less Seniors Taking Inappropriate Cognitive Meds

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