Survey of Women with Lung Cancer Reveals High Levels of Sexual Dysfunction
Cody HoltThe SHAWL study showed most women with lung cancer have little or no interest in sexual activity and experience increased pain and discomfort during sex following their diagnoses. Read more
Advances in radiotherapy, robotic surgery, and artificial intelligence promise to change the practice of thoracic oncology. Read more
Profession challenged to double survival rates within 5 years. Improving screening, reducing barriers to treatments will be key. Read more
Panel Summarizes Immunotherapy Decision-Making for NSCLC
Leah LawrenceDuring a WCLC 2022 education session, experts reviewed the evidence for multiple treatment strategies in various patient populations. Read more
COVID-19 A Roadblock to Effective Lung Cancer Care in 2022
Leah LawrenceA joint session at WCLC explored the impact the pandemic has had on the prevention, diagnosis, and management of thoracic malignancies. Read more
Plenary 4 Panel Examines Applications of Artificial Intelligence in Lung Cancer
John AustinWhile AI and machine learning are not likely to replace humans, ideally technology will enhance and expedite medical decision making. Read more
The term “malignant mesothelioma” is no longer acceptable and should be replaced by “mesothelioma” for all uses, pathology researcher says. Read more
Investigators Present Significant Research From Around the Globe During WCLC 2022
Cody HoltOn Sunday, August 7, nine highly rated abstract presentations offered a look at new data from GEMSTONE-301, NADIM, NELSON, CODEBREAK, and more. Read more
Holistic Approach Important in Providing Patient-Centered Care
Leah LawrenceFour researchers share data on the unique needs of caregivers, indigenous populations, children, and patients with dementia. Read more
IASLC Names Co-Chairs of the 2023 World Conference on Lung Cancer
Erin JungmeyerDrs. Pyng Lee, Chee Lee, and Fiona Hegi-Johnson will soon begin the work of planning the 50th WCLC, which will take place in Singapore next year. Read more