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A Single Early PSA Test Found to Predict Long-Term Risk of Aggressive Prostate Cancer

By Allyson Collins, MS, Science Writer/Editor | Wednesday, April 17, 2013

A study led by Memorial Sloan-Kettering investigators indicates nearly half of all prostate cancer deaths by age 75 occur in a small group of men with high PSA levels at age 45.

Tags: Cancer Care; PSA Testing; Diagnosis; Screening; Prostate Cancer; Research

In the Clinic

Lung Cancer Patients Will Benefit from New Molecular Testing Guideline

By Jim Stallard, MA, Writer/Editor | Wednesday, April 3, 2013

A new guideline has established standards for testing lung cancer tumors for genetic abnormalities, giving more patients a chance to benefit from targeted therapies.

Tags: Cancer Care; Diagnosis; Genetic Testing; Lung Cancer

Q&A

Department of Surgery Chair Peter Scardino on Smarter Screening for Prostate Cancer

By Esther Napolitano, BS, Science Writer/Editor | Thursday, March 14, 2013

Dr. Scardino discusses strategies for how physicians and patients can make the best use of PSA testing and prostate cancer treatment.

Tags: Cancer Care; PSA Testing; Diagnosis; Screening; Prostate Cancer

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Scientists Discuss Major Trends in Modern Cancer Research

By Julie Grisham, MS, Science Writer/Editor | Friday, March 1, 2013

At the seventh annual seminar for high school students and teachers, investigators discuss how cutting-edge biomedical research may ultimately contribute to better treatments for cancer patients.

Tags: Cancer Biology; Pathology; Targeted Therapy; Immunology; Education & Training; Research

Video

Watch Experts Discuss Bladder Cancer Diagnosis and Treatment

By Jim Stallard, MA, Writer/Editor | Tuesday, February 5, 2013

In a recent discussion as part of Memorial Sloan-Kettering’s CancerSmart lecture series, bladder cancer experts spoke about symptoms, risk factors, and the latest treatment options available.

Tags: Cancer Care; CancerSmart; Diagnosis; Bladder Cancer; Treatment