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July 9, 2020

MacroGenics Announces Margetuximab Granted Orphan Drug Designation in the U.S. for Gastric Cancer

MacroGenics received orphan drug designation from the FDA for its investigational gastric cancer drug margetuximab.

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When it comes to making foods that support your overall wellness, go with your gut! Lacto-fermented foods like sauerkraut and kimchi are loaded with gut-friendly bacteria to support good digestion and the immune system. Choose which to buy, or make your own with Hans, this Foodie Friday! ... See MoreSee Less

Sauerkraut | Gastric Cancer Foundation

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Episode 52 When it comes to making foods that support your overall wellness, go with your gut! Lacto-fermented foods like sauerkraut and kimchi are loaded with gut-friendly bacteria to support good di...

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A Korean study of more than 40,000 gastric cancer patients found that extending the standard five-year follow-up period after surgery is associated with improved overall survival rates and post-recurrence survival. ... See MoreSee Less

Longer Post-Op Follow-Up Improves Survival in Gastric Cancer

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New data suggest improved outcomes with continuing regular follow-up beyond 5 years after gastrectomy in patients with gastric cancer.

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The passage of the Affordable Care Act was linked to a 20% reduced risk of death from gastric cancer, according to a study led by Howard University College of Medicine. ... See MoreSee Less

Impact of the Implementation of the Affordability Care Act on Gastric Cancer Survival Rates

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Introduction Gastric cancer, a significant public health concern, remains one of the most challenging malignancies to treat effectively. In the United States, survival rates for gastric cancer have hi...

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5 days ago

Could an epilepsy drug prolong the effectiveness of chemotherapy in gastric cancer patients? Researchers in China showed that the drug stiripentol may reverse chemotherapy resistance. ... See MoreSee Less

Stiripentol Could Prolong Efficacy of Chemotherapy in Patients With Gastric Cancer

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Researchers investigated whether targeting lactate with the epilepsy drug stiripentol may reverse chemotherapy resistance in patients with gastric cancer.

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A research team in China constructed a four-gene signature of immunosenescence, a gradual decline of the immune system, which could be used to predict responses to chemotherapy and immunotherapy in gastric cancer patients, they reported. ... See MoreSee Less

Identifying an immunosenescence-associated gene signature in gastric cancer by integrating bulk and single-cell sequencing data - Scientific Reports

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It has been believed that immunosenescence plays a crucial role in tumorigenesis and cancer therapy. Nevertheless, there is still a lack of understanding regarding its role in determining clinical out...

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