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Defining the limits of immunotherapy in early small-cell lung cancer5:40 Immunotherapy given during and after chemoradiation did not improve survival for study participants with limited-stage, small-cell lung cancer (SCLC) according to the results of an international clinical trial, NRG-LU005, led by NRG Oncology in collaboration with the Alliance for Clinical Trials in Oncology. The results are published in the Journal of Clinical Oncology. UVA researcher receives $3.4 million grant to improve weight-management programs4:31 A University of Virginia School of Medicine researcher has received $3.4 million from the National Institutes of Health to increase the availability of weight-management programs that offer beneficial personalized feedback. ISSCR launches education program on stem cell treatments for Parkinson's3:59 The International Society for Stem Cell Research (ISSCR) today announced the launch of Stem Cell Medicine: Parkinson's Disease, a new continuing education course designed to equip clinicians with an evidence-based understanding of emerging stem cell therapies for Parkinson's disease (PD). AI model improves fairness and speed in disaster aid delivery3:59 When natural disasters or extreme weather events hit, delivering aid quickly and efficiently to those affected is crucial. VR demonstrations help patients feel less anxious before medical procedures3:27 Using virtual reality (VR) to explain what to expect ahead of a medical procedure could help patients better understand their treatment and reduce anxiety, a new study suggests. Falls prevention clinic delivers strong health, economic benefits for older adults3:27 Falls are one of the leading causes of injury and hospitalization among older adults, placing significant strain on individuals, families and the health-care system. Study finds treatment gap for young ADHD patients with substance use disorders20:50 Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a common neurodevelopmental disorder, affecting 12%–13% of adolescents in the United States, according to some studies. Structured exercise helps chemotherapy patients maintain cognitive function and mental clarity19:31 New research in the March 2026 issue of JNCCN-Journal of the National Comprehensive Cancer Network suggests that exercise may help people with cancer stay mentally sharp and better able to handle daily tasks, work, and social activities through chemotherapy treatment delivered on an every two-week cycle. AI-generated meal plans for teens often lack essential nutrients and calories19:31 Many teens dealing with weight issues are turning to AI models to help them create meal plans with the aim of losing weight. Personalized counseling program helps cervical cancer survivors quit smoking18:12 A new study led by UCLA researchers suggests that a personalized counseling program can significantly help women who have survived cervical precancer or cervical cancer to quit smoking - and does so at a cost that researchers say represents good value for healthcare systems. |