Timely and relevant thoracic oncology news brought to you by the only global association dedicated to the multidisciplinary study of lung cancer.

Timely and relevant thoracic oncology news brought to you by the only global association dedicated to the multidisciplinary study of lung cancer.



  • IASLC CEO Reflects on WCLC 2022

    IASLC CEO Reflects on WCLC 2022

    By

    Erin Jungmeyer
    Meeting News, WCLC News

    In a Q&A with ILCN, Dr. Karen Kelly looks back at the moments that made lasting impressions and the presentations with the power to change the practice of thoracic oncology.


  • Unclear Informed Consent Forms May Be a Barrier to Trial Participation

    Unclear Informed Consent Forms May Be a Barrier to Trial Participation

    By

    Cody Holt
    Meeting News, WCLC News

    Research presented during WCLC 2022 shows patient-centered summaries may help potential participants to better understand the benefits and risks of clinical trials.


  • Get Up to Date on SCLC Brain Metastases, Neuroendocrine Tumors

    Get Up to Date on SCLC Brain Metastases, Neuroendocrine Tumors

    By

    Fred Gebhart
    Meeting News, WCLC News

    Experts evaluate available evidence comparing various strategies, including prophylactic cranial irradiation vs. surveillance, stereotactic radiosurgery vs. whole-brain radiotherapy, and more.


  • Data Supports Smoking Cessation as Part Active Lung Cancer Treatment

    Data Supports Smoking Cessation as Part Active Lung Cancer Treatment

    By

    Leah Lawrence
    Meeting News, WCLC News

    Experts reviewed data that show smoking can reduce innate immunity and suppress the efficacy of anti-cancer agents, leading to poorer outcomes for patients who continue to smoke after their cancer diagnosis.