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December 22, 2020

Blood test picks out cancers likely to benefit from targeted drugs

British researchers discovered that a blood test could identify gastric cancer patients who might benefit from EGFR-inhibiting drugs.

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Could AI be the key to improving the early diagnosis of Stomach Cancer? A recent analysis of 19 studies concluded the technology could play a promising role in diagnosis. ... See MoreSee Less

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Stomach cancer is the fourth leading cause of cancer deaths worldwide, yet it receives less than half of one percent of U.S. federal cancer research funding. Your generosity fuels research and provides people with stomach cancer the information, support and hope they need to navigate their journey. Visit gastriccancer.org/commit-to-a-cure to learn more and support our Fall campaign. ... See MoreSee Less

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Email from Gastric Cancer Foundation Commit to a Cure DONATE Dear Friends, You may have recently received our new COMMIT TO A CURE brochure in the mail. As we launch this year’s Fall fundraising...

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“Screening for Gastric Cancer: Why a personalized approach is needed for those at risk for the disease.” Via MedPage Today ... See MoreSee Less

Screening for Gastric Cancer: No Simple Answers

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Why a personalized approach is needed for those at risk for the disease

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Two new reports conclude that eradicating H. Pylori infection can lower the risk of gastric cancer. One of the studies concluded that gastric cancer incidence falls by 40% with eradication of the bacteria. Via The New England Journal of Medicine ... See MoreSee Less

Preventing Gastric Cancer by Eradicating

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Gastric infection with Helicobacter pylori initiates mucosal changes that can evolve to adenocarcinoma. Two new reports expand our understanding of the

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Gastric Cancer Foundation

4 weeks ago

After 15 years of exceptional service and transformational leadership, Stacie Hershman will be retiring as Executive Director of the Gastric Cancer Foundation on December 31, 2025. We are deeply grateful for her many contributions and are pleased to announce that Harriet Patterson, MPH, will join the Foundation as our new Executive Director beginning November 1, 2025. conta.cc/42rWsg4 ... See MoreSee Less

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