Very happy to be here at #AACR26 with our outstanding @theaacr.bsky.social AACR Scientist↔️Survivor Program partner advocates. 47 patient advocates on site from around the world, selected from over 400 (!) applications.
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In DC for @ascocancer.bsky.social Advocacy Summit. Excited to speak to our elected officials about key issues directly impacting people with cancer in the US.
But first... dinner with 2 incredible cancer leaders whose work spearheaded new spheres of research & advocacy.
@drrobinyabroff.bsky.social
In our social media coverage of #ASCO26, who do you want to hear from?
1️⃣ Abstract authors
2️⃣ ASCO leadership
3️⃣ Attendees
4️⃣ Presenters and speakers
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Dr. Monty Pal of @cityofhope.bsky.social & @drbonillaonc.bsky.social of St. Luke's University Health Network discuss the risks of implementing #AI in clinical practice & approaches to help oncologists maintain their decision-making agility on the latest #ASCODailyNews Podcast: https://bit.ly/4dQrp43
Getting a head start on your 2026 calendar? Don't miss out on our meetings—the ultimate Place to Be to connect with peers, discover groundbreaking cancer research, and gain clinical insights.
Where will we see you this year? Let us know in the comments.
📆 Save the date!
The 7th @eortc.org #QualityofLife in Cancer Clinical Trials Conference will be held 13–14 May 2027 in Madrid.
💪 A two‑day event bringing together experts in HRQOL & PROs in #CancerResearch.
Stay tuned for updates.
👉 www.eortc.org/event/eortc-...
#QoLConf27 #GivingVoice2Patients
PaP score performed better than clinician prediction of survival, but still low accuracy.
pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27372208/
Check out #JCOGO's new article, discussing implementation of geriatric assessment in resource-constrained settings and some outstanding implementation questions and concerns.
Learn more: brnw.ch/21wXieA
#Telehealth has been a huge boon to oncology: save pts time, see people who might not be able to travel.
Q in new study @jco-asco.bsky.social: is "webside manner" affecting quality? Are we just adding extra appts?
A: Largely, no! Similar communication, slight ⬆️ appts.
ascopubs.org/doi/full/10....
Thank you everyone who was able to attend Friday night's dinner with our @aahpm.bsky.social Cancer Tx SIG friends. What a perfect night of connection! See you again at #ASCO26 #pallonc #supponc
@realbowtiedoc.bsky.social
@darcyburbage.bsky.social
@ascocancer.bsky.social
@crisbergerot.bsky.social
Dr @lpetrillz.bsky.social accepts the #EarlyCareer Investigator award here at @aahpm.bsky.social's #hapc26 for her innovative and revolutionary work in #pallonc and #survonc. Well deserved!! 👏
@realbowtiedoc.bsky.social
@darcyburbage.bsky.social
@ascocancer.bsky.social
@crisbergerot.bsky.social
Are you heading to #SanDiego next week for
@aahpm.bsky.social #hapc26? We want to connect with you! Come join us for an informal dinner with #CancerTxSIG. RSVP at @pallonccop@gmail.com
@crisbergerot.bsky.social
@realbowtiedoc.bsky.social
@tingtingzhang.bsky.social
@fionnualacrowley.bsky.social
Anytime we can join @chadinabhan.bsky.social for
a special #HealthcareUnfiltered episode, we're all in. I was pleased to join @shaalanbeg.bsky.social & @shrutipatelmd.bsky.social to highlight data from @ascocancer.bsky.social #GI26
Listen or watch the #podcast:
podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/e...
IPOS Webinar Recording Now Available.
As part of World Cancer Day 2026, IPOS hosted a webinar on February 4 to spotlight the key findings from the Lancet Oncology Commission report, “The Human Crisis in Cancer.”
For information and to purchase the recording ipos-society.org/event-6556328
It’s the story of a group of experts, who are bringing insights on the latest science...
Announcing our lineup of experts who'll serve as #GU26 Featured Voices, sharing which abstracts they’re most interested in, putting the findings into context & taking you along for the journey.
2026 IS HERE – IPOS is accepting new members and renewals for 2026!
Being a member of IPOS means the opportunity to engage with professionals from 124 countries.
If you have already joined/renewed for 2026, THANK YOU! If you have not, NOW IS THE TIME! ipos-society.org/membership/a...
The 2026 NCCN Guidelines for Patients are now available.
These guidelines provide trusted, patient-friendly information to help people understand kidney cancer diagnosis and treatment options.
You can now find the updated guidelines at www.patients.kidneycan.org
#AcceleratingCures
The path to optimal cancer care is a shared one. As we recognize #WorldCancerDay, ASCO CMO Dr. @jrgralow.bsky.social reflects on the importance of trust, engagement, and empowerment in the patient journey.
Read in @@usatoday.com: https://bit.ly/3ZVeV2J
#UnitedByUnique
Happening soon:
The "Best of SWOG" online research showcase.
Catch up on some of the most notable @swog.org research results from the past year.
Hope to see you there! #SWOGonc
Register for this one-hour event:
tinyurl.com/598z654w
Join IPOS for World Cancer Day 2026: A Special Webinar on “The Human Crisis in Cancer” on February 4 from 8 to 9:30 a.m. ET. This is a live webcast and is open to all for FREE!
Almost 300 registrations received. Have you registered yet? www.ipos-society.org/event-6480465
We’re excited to share our newly updated Patient Resource Center!
Created with input from patients, caregivers, & medical experts, it brings together clear, trusted information to help you navigate #KidneyCancer with confidence.
Explore what’s new at www.patients.kidneycan.org
#AcceleratingCures
The power of #PalliativeCare!
Timing of Specialist Palliative Care Consultation at a Comprehensive Cancer Center: A 7-Year Longitudinal Study @pallonccop.bsky.social @realbowtiedoc.bsky.social @mazietsangmd.bsky.social @crisbergerot.bsky.social
ascopubs.org/doi/abs/10.1...
When the System Is the Treatment: Rethinking Nonpharmacologic Breakthroughs in Oncology
Congratulations @rsedhom.bsky.social & colleagues! @pallonccop.bsky.social ascopubs.org/doi/full/10....
Happy New Year to all our followers. Mark your calendars for our first meeting of 2026, next Tuesday, with @linda-e-carlson.bsky.social and Sarah Bokovitz. DM for link and to be added to our mailing list.
@realbowtiedoc.bsky.social
@darcyburbage.bsky.social
@ascocancer.bsky.social #pallsky
Only three days left to vote in the ASCO Election! The voting period closes Monday, December 8, 2025, at 3:00 PM (ET), and all ballots must be received by that time. Eligible members are encouraged to learn more about each candidate and then make your voice heard at: www.asco.org/about-asco/a... 🗳️
Join us #tomorrow 4p EST to hear Dr Tamryn Gray speak about #family centered caregiving as well as an update in #policy through the implementation of the #CARE act. DM for a link. #pallonc
@crisbergerot.bsky.social
@realbowtiedoc.bsky.social
@tingtingzhang.bsky.social
@fionnualacrowley.bsky.social
Day one of #COSAIPOS2025 is almost done! What a great day.
Are you here? Make sure you come visit the IPOS and COSA lounge!
A letter to the editor discusses use of Olanzapine in cancer-associated cachexia, reporting possible short-term improvements in weight/appetite but raising uncertainty about long-term efficacy, risks and optimal patient selection.
pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/41213247/
Voting in the ASCO Election is open now until December 8! Meet the candidate for President-Elect, Deborah Schrag, MD, MPH, FASCO.
Learn more about Dr. Schrag and make your voice heard at: brnw.ch/21wXn9K
To be in the company of @mikkaelsekeres.bsky.social @crisbergerot.bsky.social is wild! Congrats to my fellow Fellows. I am so honored to be in your company and to be recognized by @ASCO