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A small clinical trial showed proof of concept of vaccine prevention of pancreatic cancer in high-risk individuals. (Image generated by WIX AI) CANCER DIGEST – July 19, 2026 – That’s the question asked by researchers led by Neeha Zaidi, MD, at the Sidney Kimmel Comprehensive Cancer Center at Johns Hopkins University. Approximately 10 percent of pancreatic cancers are associated with genetic predisposition caused by mutations in specific cancer susceptibility genes that are pa

In a clinical trial, an experimental oral targeted medication nearly doubled overall survival in pancreatic cancer patients with a specific genetic mutation, compared to standard chemotherapy.

Scientists have discovered a new and previously undescribed virus that infects gut bacteria in patients with colorectal cancer.

atients given a course of immunotherapy prior to surgery for colon cancer remain cancer-free nearly three years later.

A blood test that accurately detects early-stage pancreatic cancer could improve survival rate. Image credit – National Institutes of Health NIH-funded study could diagnose pancreatic cancer at earlier, more treatable stage CANCER DIGEST – April 18, 2026 – A new blood test could detect pancreatic cancer much earlier than is currently possible, making treatment at an early stage of the cancer possible, according to a new study published in the Jan. 29, 2026 journal Clinical Ca

Short intensive periods of physical activity can unleash several molecules in the blood linked to reducing inflammation and improving blood vessel function and metabolism, which can slow colorectal cancer growth.