Study finds gaps in support service use among older breast cancer patients

Study finds gaps in support service use among older breast cancer patients

Credit: Unsplash/CC0 Public Domain A study published in the Journal of Geriatric Oncology highlights a significant…

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Geriatric Assessments Streamlined for Cancer Patients

Geriatric Assessments Streamlined for Cancer Patients

A free tool aims to increase oncologists’ use of formal geriatric assessments (GAs) in older patients…

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The leading risk factor for cancer isn’t what you think

The leading risk factor for cancer isn’t what you think

If you were to ask most people what causes cancer, the answer would probably be smoking,…

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Older adults overlooked in cancer guidelines across Europe

Older adults overlooked in cancer guidelines across Europe

Study finds that national policies fall short of addressing the complexities of geriatric oncology – often…

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Lifelong weight patterns linked to kidney cancer risk

Lifelong weight patterns linked to kidney cancer risk

Excess weight in mid-life is a known risk factor for kidney cancer, but new research indicates…

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Ageism and Its Role in the Treatment of Cancer

Ageism and Its Role in the Treatment of Cancer

Age discrimination, often referred to as ageism, is an increasingly pressing issue within society. Although it…

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