Early Palliative Care: A European Perspective
Florian Scotté, MD, PhDThe benefits of early palliative care have been proven. Could negative connotations of palliative care be impeding its adoption? Read more
Valuable Intersections: Maximizing Career Opportunities Arising From The Relationship Between Academia and Industry
Jean-Charles Soria, MD, PhDFor Dr. Jean-Charles Soria, the opportunity to make science actionable and increase its impact drove his decision to work in industry. Read more
Association aims to bring attention to the often-overlooked links between air pollution and lung cancer. Read more
Dr. Jhanelle Gray takes the reins as chair of the SWOG Lung Cancer Committee. Keep reading for more about this and other moves in thoracic oncology. Read more
IASLC’s Global Reach a Strength on the Road to a Cure for Lung Cancer
Karen Kelly, MDIn her first letter to ICLN readers, new CEO Karen Kelly discusses keys to achieving the association’s mission. Read more
Tumor Growth Rate as a Guide for Precision Lung Cancer Therapy
Mizuki Nishino, MD, MPH+more
The speed at which a tumor progresses may prove to be a useful tool in therapeutic decision-making. Read more
Patient Perspective: The Promise of Personalized Medicine
Angus Pratt, MBAGrowing treatment options for patients with late-stage lung cancer bring hope—and challenges. Read more
Cancer Misinformation: Its Impact on Patients and Mitigation Strategies
Skyler B. Johnson, MDInaccurate health information can have grave consequences, but there are techniques providers can use to combat it. Read more
A Look at Veliparib Plus Chemotherapy for First-Line Treatment of Advanced NSCLC
Ticiana Leal, MD+more
The strategy likely will not be pursued, however studies of PARP inhibitors plus immune checkpoint inhibitors are already in advanced stages. Read more
Study Provides Insights That May Inform Prevention, Management of Mesothelioma
Jian-fei Shen, MD, PhD+more
Analysis of worldwide epidemiologic patterns may help governments and medical institutions formulate targeted strategies for addressing mesothelioma. Read more