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FORCE's eXamining the Relevance of Articles for You (XRAY) program looks behind the headlines of cancer news to help you understand what the research means for you. XRAY is a reliable source of hereditary cancer research-related news and information.
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Relevance: Medium-High

Most relevant for: Cancer patients who are experiencing fatigue related to cancer or its treatment.

Study: Physical activity may decrease fatigue associated with cancer treatment

Many cancer survivors experience fatigue during and after they complete treatment. This study looked at the effect of home-based physical activity on fatigue in cancer survivors. It also looked at whether frequent counseling encouraged people to start and continue their exercise routines.  (Posted 8/1/22). Este artículo está disponible en español.

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Relevance: High

Most relevant for: People diagnosed with ovarian cancer

Article: How your ovarian cancer diagnosis can help your relatives

This media article provides tips from experts and the CDC for talking to family members after a diagnosis of ovarian cancer. It highlights which family members may be at risk of developing ovarian cancer or passing on genes that increase risk. The article provides links to resources, talking points, alternative methods of communication and potential reactions. (Posted 7/28/22)

Este artículo está disponible en español.

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Relevance: Medium-High

Most relevant for: People with an inherited BRCA mutation

Study: Risk-reducing ovarian cancer surgery and quality of life

People with an inherited BRCA gene mutation are recommended to have surgery to remove their ovaries before the age of natural menopause to reduce their risk of ovarian cancer.  This surgery can cause short-term and long-term effects. This study assesses the quality of life among people who have their fallopian tubes surgically removed and later have their ovaries removed compared to people who have their ovaries and fallopian tubes removed at the same time.  (Posted 7/26/22). Este artículo está disponible en español.

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Relevance: High

Most relevant for: People with HER2-low metastatic breast cancer

Study: A win for some patients with HER2-negative metastatic breast cancer

A drug used to treat HER2-positive breast cancer improved survival in people with metastatic breast cancers that were previously considered HER2-negative. These results change practice guidelines for metastatic breast cancer and reclassify HER2 tumor marker status as “HER2-low” to guide treatment. (Posted 7/18/22)

Update: On 08/05/2022 the FDA approved Enhertu to treat people with metastatic, HER2-low breast cancer who have received prior chemotherapy in the metastatic setting or who developed disease recurrence during or within six months of completing chemotherapy. Enhertu is also approved for treatment of people with metastatic HER2-positive breast cancer who progressed after prior anti-HER2 treatment. Este artículo está disponible en español.

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Relevance: High

Most relevant for: People who are experiencing side effects due to cancer treatment or cancer.

Study: The hidden financial burden of treating cancer care symptoms

Drugs commonly used to treat symptoms of cancer and cancer treatment side effects can cost thousands of dollars out of pocket for patients, depending on what drugs are used. (Posted 6/29/2022). Este artículo está disponible en español.

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Relevance: Medium

Most relevant for: People who consume artificial sweeteners

Study: Do artificial sweeteners increase the risk of cancer?

A large study of adults in France suggests that artificial sweeteners may increase the risk of certain cancers. (posted 6/21/2022). Este artículo está disponible en español.

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Relevance: Medium-High

Most relevant for: People who are concerned about their own or their loved one’s risk of prostate cancer

Study: Metastatic prostate cancer cases increased as screening use declined

The number of people diagnosed with metastatic prostate cancer increased following a change in recommendations around the use of routine prostate cancer screening. (posted 6/13/22)

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Relevance: Medium-High

Most relevant for: Transgender men with an inherited mutation

Article: Breast cancer risk for transgender men with inherited mutations

There is little information related to the risks and treatment options for transgender men and nonbinary people who are at high-risk for breast cancer due to an inherited BRCA1 or BRCA2 mutation. We review an expert viewpoint on the implications of a BRCA mutation for transgender men undergoing breast removal as part of their gender-affirming care plan. (posted 5/19/22)

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Relevance: Medium-High

Most relevant for: People who have been diagnosed with metastatic prostate cancer.

Update: New drug approved for metastatic prostate cancer

The FDA approved a new treatment for metastatic castration-resistant prostate cancer. They also approved a test that can be used to identify patients who would benefit from this new treatment.  (Posted 5/10/22)

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Relevance: Medium

Most relevant for: people who take or consider taking melatonin to help with sleep.

Study: Increasing melatonin use raises concerns

Adult use of melatonin as a sleep aid has increased even though its benefits and risks are not well understood. This study looked at trends in melatonin use over the last 19 years. (Posted 4/14/2022)

Este artículo está disponible en español.

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