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Henry Ford Cancer Institute First-in-Michigan, Second-in-World to Complete Laser Spinal Ablation

September 4, 2019 sarah JonasFeature

Henry Ford Cancer Institute is the first-in-Michigan and second-in-the-world to complete an innovative cancer treatment known as Spinal Laser Interstitial Thermal Therapy (SLITT), which destroys cancer cells that are adjacent to the spine without the need for open surgery.

Thoracic Oncologist: Vaping is addictive, toxic and young people are more at risk

August 29, 2019 sarah JonasExpert Pitch

Since June, almost 200 cases of lung illnesses or injuries linked to vaping have been reported to the federal government. This week, officials stated that there has been one vaping-related death reported. Dr. Eric Bernicker, thoracic oncologist with Houston Methodist, is…

New Drug Combination Shows Promising Activity in Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer Patients

August 27, 2019 sarah JonasResearch Results

Patients with non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) now have more improved treatment options compared to standard of care with the addition of several new agents called immune-checkpoint inhibitors (ICI). Despite these changes, many patients still develop progressive disease after ICI treatment. In a new study published in Clinical Cancer Research, Moffitt Cancer Center researchers describe promising results from an early clinical trial that may offer patients who progress after ICI an additional treatment option.

Boehringer Ingelheim and MD Anderson form unique virtual research and development center to rapidly advance new cancer therapies

August 12, 2019 sarah JonasResearch Results

Boehringer Ingelheim and MD Anderson have announced a new multi-year partnership to conduct collaborative research, combining the drug-development capabilities of MD Anderson with the pipeline of novel medicines from Boehringer Ingelheim.

Leading Health Organizations Introduce New Award to Advance Lung Cancer Research

August 5, 2019 sarah JonasAnnouncement

The Society of Thoracic Surgeons—along with its charitable arm, The Thoracic Surgery Foundation (TSF)—and the American Lung Association have established a new grant, the Lung Cancer Research Award, designed to support investigators performing impactful lung cancer research.