{"id":46741,"date":"2024-08-16T12:00:00","date_gmt":"2024-08-16T12:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.cancer.gov\/news-events\/cancer-currents-blog\/2024\/new-online-august-2024"},"modified":"2024-11-03T15:11:48","modified_gmt":"2024-11-03T15:11:48","slug":"new-on-ncis-websites-for-august-2024","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ogkologos.com\/en\/new-on-ncis-websites-for-august-2024\/","title":{"rendered":"New on NCI\u2019s Websites for August 2024"},"content":{"rendered":"

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NCI\u2019s collection of cancer information products is constantly growing, so periodically we provide updates on new and updated content of interest to the cancer community.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

Fiscal Year 2023 NCI Budget Fact Book<\/h2>\n

This report provides a summary of the distribution of NCI\u2019s expenditures in fiscal year 2023<\/a> among the institute\u2019s research programs and funding mechanisms, information about funding policies influencing grant awards, and comparisons with prior year allocations.<\/p>\n

News Releases and Media Advisories<\/h2>\n

Researchers at NCI have published newsworthy research results in recent months, including:<\/p>\n

Center for Cancer Health Equity<\/h2>\n

NCI\u2019s Center for Cancer Health Equity (CCHE)<\/a>, formerly the Center to Reduce Cancer Health Disparities, leads the institute\u2019s efforts to advance cancer health equity, overcome disparities in cancer care and outcomes, and reduce the unequal burden of cancer in the United States. This post in CCHE\u2019s Dialogue on Disparities<\/em> blog<\/a> discusses the reasons for the name change and how the center has been reorganized.<\/p>\n

Center for Strategic Scientific Initiatives<\/h2>\n

NCI\u2019s Center for Strategic Scientific Initiatives (CSSI)<\/a> has a new presence on NCI\u2019s website. The new section provides information on CSSI research and programs, funding opportunities, resources for the cancer research community, and reports and analyses, as well as news and events and information about the center\u2019s organization and mission. <\/p>\n

Videos: Improving Appetite and Food Safety for People with Cancer<\/h2>\n

NCI has produced a series of brief videos for people with cancer who are experiencing eating-related challenges while undergoing treatment.  <\/p>\n

Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Cancer <\/h2>\n

Artificial intelligence, the ability of machines to perform functions that are usually thought of as intelligent human behaviors, has permeated many aspects of modern life, including cancer research. This new page describes how NCI is advancing the use of AI<\/a> across the spectrum of cancer research and care.<\/p>\n

CCT Inside Cancer Careers<\/em> Podcast<\/h2>\n

NCI\u2019s Center for Cancer Training (CCT)<\/a> posts new episodes of the Inside Cancer Careers<\/em> podcast<\/a> every other week. Recent episodes include Curiosity + Strategy = Progress<\/a>, Making an Impact Through Collaboration and Community Engagement<\/a>, Advocacy, Mentoring and Equity in Cancer Research<\/a>, and the role of the President\u2019s Cancer Panel.  <\/p>\n

CGH Spotlight <\/em>Blog <\/h2>\n

NCI\u2019s Center for Global Health (CGH)<\/a> recently posted stories in its Spotlight <\/em>blog about NCI and the World Health Organization\u2019s renewal of their WHO Collaborating Center for Global Cancer Control<\/a>, a partnership that was initiated in 2016; Changing the Trajectory of the Global Tobacco Epidemic<\/a>; and the Global Cervical Cancer Elimination Forum<\/a>. <\/p>\n

Research Presentations from DCTD <\/h2>\n

NCI\u2019s Division of Cancer Treatment and Diagnosis (DCTD)<\/a> has published pages about DCTD research presented at the 2024 annual meetings of the American Association for Cancer Research (AACR)<\/a> and American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO)<\/a>. DCTD also posted a page about the March 6\u20137 NCI Workshop on Digital Pathology Imaging in Cancer Clinical Trials and Research<\/a> that includes links to videos from the workshop.<\/p>\n

DCEG Studies on Anal Cancer<\/h2>\n

NCI\u2019s Division of Cancer Epidemiology and Genetics (DCEG)<\/a> has updated their information on DCEG research on anal cancer<\/a>. The revision includes a page dedicated to the Anal Cancer Etiology and Screening (ACES) study, a collaboration between NCI and Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai in New York City.<\/p>\n

Data Sharing Policy Guidance<\/h2>\n

NCI\u2019s Center for Biomedical Informatics and Information Technology<\/a> recently added a new page dedicated to data sharing policy guidance for NCI-funded research<\/a>. The page details the people, policies, requirements, and resources needed to start sharing data. <\/p>\n

Advances in Prostate Cancer Research<\/h2>\n

This updated page highlights some of the latest research in prostate cancer<\/a>, including clinical advances that may soon translate into improved care, NCI-supported programs that are fueling progress, and research findings from recent studies.<\/p>\n

Adolescents and Young Adults with Cancer<\/h2>\n

This updated page explains the types of cancers that are most common in teens and young adults<\/a>, tips on finding a doctor, and information about treatment. It also covers coping, fertility issues, and survivorship.<\/p>\n

Understanding Prostate Changes and Conditions<\/h2>\n

This updated page explains prostate changes and symptoms that are not cancer<\/a>. It also covers risk factors and treatments for benign conditions and prostate cancer, plus questions people can ask their doctor.<\/p>\n

Common Cancer Types<\/h2>\n

NCI\u2019s page of common cancer types<\/a> has been updated with data on anticipated new cases of and deaths from common types of cancer in 2024. Cancers expected to affect 40,000 or more people per year are included in the list. <\/p>\n

Fertility Issues <\/h2>\n

Learn how cancer treatment can affect fertility and ways that fertility can be preserved. The updated pages Fertility Issues in Girls and Women<\/a> and Fertility Issues in Boys and Men<\/a> also include questions to ask your doctor and tips on how to find financial resources and clinical trials.<\/p>\n

Genetic Testing and Cancer Risk Reduction<\/h2>\n

The updated Genetic Testing for Inherited Cancer Risk<\/a> fact sheet describes what genetic testing for inherited cancer risk is, how it\u2019s done, who should consider testing, and what the results could mean. <\/p>\n

The updated Surgery to Reduce the Risk of Breast Cancer<\/a> fact sheet explains how surgery can reduce the risk of breast and ovarian cancer, discusses the potential benefits and harms of risk-reducing surgery, and addresses the issue of health insurance coverage for such procedures.<\/p>\n

Agnostic Cancer Therapies<\/h2>\n

The Food and Drug Administration has approved gene- and immune-targeted drugs for tissue-agnostic, genomic biomarker\u2013based indications in patients with lethal solid tumors and blood cancers. This new page for health professionals<\/a> summarizes approved drugs and provides information about the evidence supporting these approvals.<\/p>\n

Cancer Fatigue<\/h2>\n

Cancer fatigue is one of the most common side effects of cancer treatment. It can affect people\u2019s ability to do routine activities and their quality of life. NCI has revised and consolidated its expert-reviewed content about cancer fatigue<\/a>, what causes it, and how it can be treated.<\/p>\n

Nausea and Vomiting and Cancer Treatment<\/h2>\n

Cancer and cancer treatments can cause nausea and vomiting. This new page explains why these side effects occur<\/a> and how cancer patients experiencing them can get relief.<\/p>\n

Cancer Statistics <\/h2>\n

Cancer statistics describe how cancer affects large groups of people, provide a snapshot of the burden of cancer on society, and help reveal trends in specific cancers as well as cancer overall. NCI\u2019s cancer statistics page<\/a> has been updated with the most recent data available on the burden of cancer in the United States and worldwide.
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