Past CureTalks
Myeloma 2015. Year in Review with the MMRF
2015 saw a lot of action in the Myeloma world. Four new drugs were approved by the FDA increasing treatment options and allowing new combination regimens; promising immunotherapy research results will see these being used in clinical practice and 1000…
Will Modern Therapies Replace Auto and Allo Transplants in Myeloma Treatment?
In just the past 2 months, 3 new drugs for myeloma treatment have been approved by the FDA. In addition to this, there are many more drugs currently undergoing clinical trials. With so many more options for immunotherapy drugs coming…
A Novel, More Precise, and Effective T-Cell Immunotherapy Approach for Myeloma
A lot of research is being done in immunotherapy for myeloma that is leading to new treatment options for patients. Dr. Ivan Borrello of John Hopkins is working on a completely, novel approach. This involves enhancing white blood cells to create a…
HIFU for Prostate Cancer Finally Gets the FDA Nod. What to expect.
After more than 10 years of clinical trials, the Food and Drug Administration on October 9 approved the first high-intensity focused ultrasound (HIFU) device for ablation of prostate tissue. HIFU has already been approved for use in prostate tissue outside…
Psychosocial and Emotional Aspects of Infertility and Infant Loss (Part II)
Psychotherapist Helen Adrienne is back on CureTalks to discuss how mind-body therapies can help heal and overcome the emotional trauma usually associated with infertility. In the previous episode, the panel discussed how tested mind-body techniques can help with the guilt and…