# cancer survivor (blogs) — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 4 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover cancer survivor. Page: Feed: --- ## [Positive psychotherapy may be similarly effective to traditional cognitive behavioural therapy for panic disorder](https://www.2minutemedicine.com/positive-psychotherapy-may-be-similarly-effective-to-traditional-cognitive-behavioural-therapy-for-panic-disorder/) _2026-08-21 · Paary Balakumar · Psychiatry | 2 Minute Medicine_ 1. Positive Psychotherapy (PPT) produced anxiety and well-being outcomes statistically comparable to standard CBT, suggesting it may be a viable alternative for patients who do not respond to or prefer not to pursue traditional exposure-based treatment. 2. Both interventions demonstrated durable, clinically meaningful improvement sustained at three-month follow-up in an online group format… ## [Tumour microenvironment factors may influence cancer progression and response to tamoxifen (Nolvadex) in patients with estrogen receptor-positive and human epidermal growth factor receptor 2 breast cancer](https://www.2minutemedicine.com/tumour-microenvironment-factors-may-influence-cancer-progression-and-response-to-tamoxifen-nolvadex-in-patients-with-estrogen-receptor-positive-and-human-epidermal-growth-factor-receptor-2-breast-ca/) _2026-08-13 · Alex Xiang · Oncology | 2 Minute Medicine_ 1. In patients with estrogen receptor (ER)+ and human epidermal growth factor receptor 2 (HER2)- breast cancer, certain tumour microenvironments (TMEs) were associated with improved breast cancer progression and treatment response to tamoxifen (Nolvadex). Evidence Rating Level: 1 (Excellent) The TME of tumour, immune, and stromal cells varies depending on breast cancer estrogen receptor status.… ## [Active surveillance is cost-effective compared with standard surgery among esophageal cancer patients with complete clinical response after neoadjuvant chemoradiotherapy](https://www.2minutemedicine.com/active-surveillance-is-cost-effective-compared-with-standard-surgery-among-esophageal-cancer-patients-with-complete-clinical-response-after-neoadjuvant-chemoradiotherapy/) _2026-08-06 · Siwen Liu · Oncology | 2 Minute Medicine_ 1. Active surveillance was cost-effective over 5 years compared with standard surgery in patients with esophageal cancer and complete clinical response after neoadjuvant chemoradiotherapy. Evidence Rating Level: 1 (Excellent) Active surveillance for patients with esophageal cancer and a complete clinical response (CCR) after neoadjuvant chemoradiotherapy (nCRT) is noninferior to standard surgery… ## [Younger age and systemic metastases may independently predict survival among patients with choroidal metastases](https://www.2minutemedicine.com/younger-age-and-systemic-metastases-may-independently-predict-survival-among-patients-with-choroidal-metastases/) _2026-08-03 · Siwen Liu · Oncology | 2 Minute Medicine_ 1. Younger age (\<59.6 years) and systemic metastases (\>1) were independent predictors of survival among patients with choroidal metastases. Evidence Rating Level: 2 (Good) Around 1–2% of all cancer patients develop intraocular metastases, with the choroid representing the primary site of metastatic involvement (90%). It is unclear how age and primary tumor type impact survival \[…\] The post Younger… ## [A digital mental health intervention may improve anxiety in breast cancer survivors](https://www.2minutemedicine.com/a-digital-mental-health-intervention-may-improve-anxiety-in-breast-cancer-survivors/) _2026-07-31 · Lori Lai · Psychiatry | 2 Minute Medicine_ 1. Among a large cohort of breast cancer survivors, those who participated in digital mental health treatment reported a reduction in symptoms of anxiety, with additional human coaching associated with a reduction in depression. Evidence Rating Level: 1 (Excellent) Almost 50% of all women suffering from advanced breast cancer experience significant anxiety and depression within \[…\] The post A… ## [Contaminated drinking water is associated with increased risk of uterine cancer](https://www.2minutemedicine.com/contaminated-drinking-water-is-associated-with-increased-risk-of-uterine-cancer/) _2026-07-30 · Lori Lai · Oncology | 2 Minute Medicine_ 1. In a large cohort study, an increased risk of uterine cancer was found in women with enrollment addresses linked to a community water supply with known tap water contamination, with the highest risks associated with trihalomethanes and haloacetic acids exposure, and little to no risk associated with nitrate, arsenic, or uranium levels. Evidence Rating \[…\] The post Contaminated drinking water is… ## [A cognitive rehabilitation program may improve cognitive performance in patients with long COVID](https://www.2minutemedicine.com/a-cognitive-rehabilitation-program-may-improve-cognitive-performance-in-patients-with-long-covid/) _2026-07-28 · Lori Lai · Psychiatry | 2 Minute Medicine_ 1. In a multicenter, single-blind, randomized clinical trial, participation in a cognitive rehabilitation program improved goal attainment and cognitive test scores in patients suffering from Long COVID-related cognitive dysfunction. Evidence Rating Level: 1 (Excellent) Long COVID is defined as a chronic condition that occurs following the infection of COVID-19, present for at least 3 months \[…\]… ## [Medical or procedural abortion may not increase risk of psychotropic medication use after five years](https://www.2minutemedicine.com/medical-or-procedural-abortion-may-not-increase-risk-of-psychotropic-medication-use-after-five-years/) _2026-07-27 · Lori Lai · Psychiatry | 2 Minute Medicine_ 1. Among a Danish population-based cohort study, increased initiation of psychotropic medication in the first year following both medical and procedural methods of abortion were found, with decreased risk of initiation of psychotropic medication within five or more years following both medical and procedural abortions. Evidence Rating Level: 2 (Good) There is limited research on \[…\] The post… ## [All-oral chemotherapy regimen tolerable and efficacious for newly diagnosed acute myeloid leukemia](https://www.2minutemedicine.com/all-oral-chemotherapy-regimen-tolerable-and-efficacious-for-newly-diagnosed-acute-myeloid-leukemia/) _2026-07-23 · Hannan Minhas · Oncology | 2 Minute Medicine_ 1. In this phase 1-2 trial involving patients with newly diagnosed acute myeloid leukemia who were ineligible for intensive chemotherapy, an all-oral regimen of decitabine–cedazuridine plus venetoclax was well tolerated without higher-grade toxic effects. 2. In the phase 2b segment, a complete response was achieved in nearly half of patients who received the intervention. Evidence \[…\] The post… ## [Enzalutamide (Xtandi) and abiraterone (Zytiga) may have similar effectiveness in metastatic castration-sensitive prostate cancer](https://www.2minutemedicine.com/enzalutamide-xtandi-and-abiraterone-zytiga-may-have-similar-effectiveness-in-metastatic-castration-sensitive-prostate-cancer/) _2026-07-22 · Simon Pan · Oncology | 2 Minute Medicine_ 1. The use of enzalutamide (Xtandi) and abiraterone (Zytiga) in metastatic castration-sensitive prostate cancer (mCSPC) was associated with similar overall survival (OS). 2. The use of enzalutamide was associated with an improved OS among patients over the age of 75 years. Evidence Rating Level: 2 (Good) Enzalutamide and abiraterone are two androgen-receptor pathway inhibitors (ARPI) \[…\] The post… ## [Auto-trade Cross-Exchange Gaps (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/Q2YEuDLPOBFz) _2026-07-22 · **Sponsored**_ Find cross-exchange spreads, backtest strategies, and execute automatically with risk controls. ## [Do you need to buy Organic fruits & veggies?](https://kineticnw.substack.com/p/do-you-need-to-buy-organic-fruits) _2026-07-17 · Kirsty · Kirsty’s Substack_ I often hear concerns about food choices, especially from cancer survivors. ## [Busting the 'you need a detox or cleanse to cure your cancer' Myth](https://kineticnw.substack.com/p/busting-the-you-need-a-detox-or-cleanse) _2026-07-17 · Kirsty · Kirsty’s Substack_ If only our bodies could detox themselves.... oh wait? ## [Chemotherapy exposure is independently associated with reduced pain severity in advanced pancreatic cancer](https://www.2minutemedicine.com/chemotherapy-exposure-is-independently-associated-with-reduced-pain-severity-in-advanced-pancreatic-cancer/) _2026-07-15 · Paary Balakumar · Oncology | 2 Minute Medicine_ 1. Chemotherapy appears to be independently associated with reduced pain severity in advanced pancreatic cancer, reinforcing the importance of routine, longitudinal pain assessment and proactive, individualized symptom management from diagnosis through palliative care. Evidence Rating Level: 2 (Good) Pain is a highly prevalent and debilitating symptom in advanced pancreatic cancer, yet… ## [Spinal instability may be the primary cause of pain in sacral metastases as opposed to neurologic compromise](https://www.2minutemedicine.com/spinal-instability-may-be-the-primary-cause-of-pain-in-sacral-metastases-as-opposed-to-neurologic-compromise/) _2026-07-14 · Paary Balakumar · Oncology | 2 Minute Medicine_ 1. Although neurological symptoms (motor deficits, sensory impairment) were more frequent in patients with sitting-related sacral pain on univariate comparison, this association did not hold in multivariable analysis (aOR 0.83, 95% CI 0.21–2.95, p=0.780), indicating spinal instability—not neurological compromise—was the primary driver of this pain. 2. Patients with sitting-related sacral pain had… ## [Lymphoedema – Myths vs. Facts](https://kineticnw.substack.com/p/lymphoedema-myths-vs-facts) _2026-07-12 · Kirsty · Kirsty’s Substack_ One of the most feared side effects of cancer treatment, yet cancer survivors are often given outdated advice and left feeling scared and unsure. ## [Glucosamine Linked to Faster Alzheimer’s Progression in Patients with Mild Cognitive Impairment](https://www.2minutemedicine.com/glucosamine-linked-to-faster-alzheimers-progression-in-patients-with-mild-cognitive-impairment/) _2026-07-10 · Deepti Shroff · Psychiatry | 2 Minute Medicine_ 1. University of Florida researchers found that glucosamine, the popular joint supplement taken by tens of millions of older Americans, is associated with a 25% higher likelihood of progressing from mild cognitive impairment to Alzheimer’s disease. 2. The proposed mechanism is biochemically plausible: glucosamine is a sugar-related molecule that crosses the blood-brain barrier and appears \[…\] The… ## [Enfortumab vedotin plus pembrolizumab is more effective than platinum-based chemotherapy in metastatic urothelial carcinoma](https://www.2minutemedicine.com/enfortumab-vedotin-plus-pembrolizumab-is-more-effective-than-platinum-based-chemotherapy-in-metastatic-urothelial-carcinoma/) _2026-07-09 · Alex Xiang · Oncology | 2 Minute Medicine_ 1. In the management of adult patients with metastatic urothelial carcinoma (MUC), enfortumab vedotin plus pembrolizumab (EV/P) was well-tolerated and significantly more effective than gemcitabine plus cisplatin (G/C). Evidence Rating Level: 2 (Good) Recent clinical trials have demonstrated that EV/P offers greater overall survival (OS) and progression-free survival (PFS) compared with… ## [Heatwave Considerations for Cancer Survivors](https://kineticnw.substack.com/p/heatwave-considerations-for-cancer) _2026-06-26 · Kirsty · Kirsty’s Substack_ A guide I've made for my clients to help them see what they need to be thinking about during the heat wave, whether they are on or off active treatment; as there are a few additional considerations. ## [Does sugar feed cancer?](https://kineticnw.substack.com/p/does-sugar-feed-cancer) _2026-06-23 · Kirsty · Kirsty’s Substack_ A myth busting de-bunk ## [Do alkaline diets cure cancer?](https://kineticnw.substack.com/p/do-alkaline-diets-cure-cancer) _2026-06-13 · Kirsty · Kirsty’s Substack_ This question comes from a common & widespread myth - let's break it down ## [Stream Torrents & IPTV Instantly (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/y1jkQQSuGigV) _2026-06-13 · **Sponsored**_ Search magnet links and stream movies, music, books, and live TV in-browser ## [Scanxiety](https://kineticnw.substack.com/p/scanxiety) _2026-06-11 · Kirsty · Kirsty’s Substack_ Understanding and Managing Pre-Scan Anxiety in Cancer Survivors ## [Is soy protective for cancer or causal?](https://kineticnw.substack.com/p/is-soy-protective-for-cancer-or-causal) _2026-06-05 · Kirsty · Kirsty’s Substack_ An overview of whether soy is preventative for cancer; or can be linked to causing cancer. ## [A novel therapy targeting γ-aminobutyric acid is safe and may be effective in major depressive disorder](https://www.2minutemedicine.com/a-novel-therapy-targeting-%ce%b3-aminobutyric-acid-is-safe-and-may-be-effective-in-major-depressive-disorder/) _2026-05-27 · Alex Xiang · Psychiatry | 2 Minute Medicine_ 1. H3-10353, a novel γ-aminobutyric acid (GABA) positive allosteric modulator, is safe and well-tolerated in healthy patients and those with major depressive disorder (MDD), and demonstrated some therapeutic benefits in a phase 1 clinical trial. Evidence Rating Level: 1 (Excellent) Although there are numerous classes of medications for depression, these treatments result in remission in \[…\] The… ## [Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors may reduce risk of total joint arthroplasty in osteoarthritis](https://www.2minutemedicine.com/selective-serotonin-reuptake-inhibitors-may-reduce-risk-of-total-joint-arthroplasty-in-osteoarthritis/) _2026-05-21 · Paary Balakumar · Psychiatry | 2 Minute Medicine_ 1. Initiation of centrally acting analgesics in patients with osteoarthritis (OA) was associated with a higher long-term risk of total joint arthroplasty compared with SSRI initiation. 2. Management of comorbid depression may play an important role in OA symptom progression and surgical outcomes, potentially exceeding the benefit of centrally mediated analgesic effects alone. Evidence Rating \[…\]… ## [The Coaching membership every Cancer Survivor needs!](https://kineticnw.substack.com/p/the-coaching-membership-every-cancer) _2026-05-14 · Kirsty · Kirsty’s Substack_ The KC Blueprint ## [Use of selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors guided by pharmacogenetic testing may improve treatment response in depression](https://www.2minutemedicine.com/use-of-selective-serotonin-reuptake-inhibitors-guided-by-pharmacogenetic-testing-may-improve-treatment-response-in-depression/) _2026-05-13 · Alex Xiang · Psychiatry | 2 Minute Medicine_ 1. Genotype-guided prescribing of selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) may improve treatment response in children and adults with depression. Evidence Rating Level: 1 (Excellent) Although SSRIs are the most prescribed pharmacotherapy for depression, discontinuation rates remain high, with some studies reporting up to 50% discontinuation due to ineffectiveness or adverse effects.… ## [USP8 status plus tumor size may signal Cushing’s disease recurrence](https://www.medwirenews.com/2026/05/07/usp8-status-plus-tumor-size-may-signal-cushings-disease-recurrence/) _2026-05-07 · Lucy Piper · medwirenews.com_ Combining ubiquitin specific peptidase 8 genotype with tumor size could help predict the risk for recurrence in patients with Cushing’s disease who have undergone successful pituitary surgery, say researchers. The post USP8 status plus tumor size may signal Cushing’s disease recurrence appeared first on medwirenews.com . ## [Maternal use of benzodiazepines and non-benzodiazepine hypnotics is not associated with increased risk of psychiatric](https://www.2minutemedicine.com/maternal-use-of-benzodiazepines-and-non-benzodiazepine-hypnotics-is-not-associated-with-increased-risk-of-psychiatric/) _2026-05-06 · Siwen Liu · Psychiatry | 2 Minute Medicine_ 1. Maternal use of benzodiazepines or non-benzodiazepine hypnotics (Z-hypnotics) during pregnancy was not associated with an increased risk of psychiatric disorders in offspring after controlling for shared familial factors. Evidence Rating Level: 2 (Good) Benzodiazepines and non-benzodiazepine hypnotics (Z-hypnotics) are frequently prescribed drugs among pregnant women who commonly experience… ## [A non-invasive neurostimulation intervention may improve social communication impairment in children with autism spectrum disorder](https://www.2minutemedicine.com/a-non-invasive-neurostimulation-intervention-may-improve-social-communication-impairment-in-children-with-autism-spectrum-disorder/) _2026-05-05 · Siwen Liu · Psychiatry | 2 Minute Medicine_ 1. Five days of accelerated continuous theta burst stimulation (a-cTBS) targeting the left primary motor cortex improved social communication impairment in children with autism spectrum disorder. Evidence Rating Level: 1 (Excellent) Repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation (rTMS) is a non-invasive neurostimulation technique that has shown efficacy in treating various neuropsychiatric… ## [WHO launches 2026 global initiative to bridge the schizophrenia mortality gap](https://www.2minutemedicine.com/who-launches-2026-global-initiative-to-bridge-the-schizophrenia-mortality-gap/) _2026-04-30 · Deepti Shroff · Psychiatry | 2 Minute Medicine_ 1. The World Health Organization has launched a global initiative to reduce the 15-to-20-year mortality gap for individuals with schizophrenia by 2030. 2. This effort prioritizes the integration of mandatory cardiovascular and metabolic screenings into psychiatric care to treat preventable physical conditions. The World Health Organization and Psychiatric Times have brought renewed attention this… ## [Chovy's Blog: Agentic Coding (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/YEorZqTfNWpr) _2026-04-30 · **Sponsored**_ Personal posts on agentic coding, moshcode CLI, and security findings. ## [The role of nutrition in cancer prevention](https://kineticnw.substack.com/p/the-role-of-nutrition-in-your-cancer) _2026-04-03 · Kirsty · Kirsty’s Substack_ What really matters ## [Hypercortisolism control pivotal to successful outcomes in patients with bilateral adrenal tumors](https://www.medwirenews.com/2026/03/03/hypercortisolism-control-pivotal-to-successful-outcomes-in-patients-with-bilateral-adrenal-tumors/) _2026-03-03 · Lucy Piper · medwirenews.com_ Regardless of treatment modality, effective control of hypercortisolism in patients with bilateral adrenal tumors is key to achieving favorable cardiovascular outcomes, suggests a data analysis of the ENSAT trial. The post Hypercortisolism control pivotal to successful outcomes in patients with bilateral adrenal tumors appeared first on medwirenews.com . ## [Study highlights diagnostic challenges in cyclic Cushing’s syndrome](https://www.medwirenews.com/2025/12/10/study-highlights-diagnostic-challenges-in-cyclic-cushings-syndrome/) _2025-12-10 · Lucy Piper · medwirenews.com_ People with cyclic Cushing’s syndrome have a high risk for spontaneous adrenal insufficiency, delayed diagnosis, and inappropriate surgeries, suggests an observational study in The Lancet Diabetes and Endocrinology. The post Study highlights diagnostic challenges in cyclic Cushing’s syndrome appeared first on medwirenews.com . ## [Anal cancer screening warranted for older cervical cancer survivors](https://www.medwirenews.com/2025/10/21/anal-cancer-screening-warranted-for-older-cervical-cancer-survivors/) _2025-10-21 · Lucy Piper · medwirenews.com_ Older women with a history of cervical cancer may benefit from screening for anal cancer, research suggests. The post Anal cancer screening warranted for older cervical cancer survivors appeared first on medwirenews.com . ## [Biochemical severity scores may predict post-surgery adrenal insufficiency in MACS](https://www.medwirenews.com/2025/10/13/biochemical-severity-scores-may-predict-post-surgery-adrenal-insufficiency-in-macs/) _2025-10-13 · Lucy Piper · medwirenews.com_ Measuring biochemical severity scores before adrenalectomy in people with mild autonomous cortisol secretion could help to identify those likely to develop adrenal insufficiency, suggest researchers. The post Biochemical severity scores may predict post-surgery adrenal insufficiency in MACS appeared first on medwirenews.com . ## [Intensive blood pressure lowering strikes the right benefit–harm balance](https://www.medwirenews.com/2025/10/13/intensive-blood-pressure-lowering-strikes-the-right-benefit-harm-balance/) _2025-10-13 · Lucy Piper · medwirenews.com_ Intensive blood pressure control provides a net benefit between cardiovascular disease and adverse events, including kidney-related events, suggests a study published in The Lancet. The post Intensive blood pressure lowering strikes the right benefit–harm balance appeared first on medwirenews.com . ## [Invasive breast cancer survivors experience small excess risk of future malignancy](https://www.medwirenews.com/2025/10/02/invasive-breast-cancer-survivors-experience-small-excess-risk-of-future-malignancy/) _2025-10-02 · Lucy Piper · medwirenews.com_ Survivors of early invasive breast cancer have a slightly higher risk of developing a second primary breast cancer and other malignancies than women without a history of the disease, demonstrates research published in The BMJ. The post Invasive breast cancer survivors experience small excess risk of future malignancy appeared first on medwirenews.com . ## [Targeted cancer therapy link to thromboembolism quantified](https://www.medwirenews.com/2025/09/26/targeted-cancer-therapy-link-to-thromboembolism-quantified/) _2025-09-26 · Lucy Piper · medwirenews.com_ Use of targeted cancer therapies is associated with a clinically relevant increase in the risk of arterial and venous thromboembolic events, indicate findings from a population-based cohort study. The post Targeted cancer therapy link to thromboembolism quantified appeared first on medwirenews.com . ## [Invasive breast cancer risk quantified for DCIS patients without immediate surgery](https://www.medwirenews.com/2025/09/18/invasive-breast-cancer-risk-quantified-for-dcis-patients-without-immediate-surgery/) _2025-09-18 · Lucy Piper · medwirenews.com_ Women who do not undergo surgery within 6 months of being diagnosed with ductal carcinoma in situ have an 11% risk of developing ipsilateral breast cancer over the following 8 years, indicates research published in The BMJ. The post Invasive breast cancer risk quantified for DCIS patients without immediate surgery appeared first on medwirenews.com . ## [AI analysis aids pancreatic cancer prognostication](https://www.medwirenews.com/2025/09/10/ai-analysis-aids-pancreatic-cancer-prognostication/) _2025-09-10 · Lucy Piper · medwirenews.com_ Artificial intelligence can expedite assessment of tumour-infiltrating lymphocytes and immune phenotype identification in resected pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma, research demonstrates. The post AI analysis aids pancreatic cancer prognostication appeared first on medwirenews.com .