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Mahdi Taha, DO, FACOI, FACP is Lead Author of Case Study Demonstrating Importance of Genomic Testing in Early identification and Treatment of Cancer

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星期二, 五月 7, 2024

FORT MYERS, Fla., May 7, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Florida Cancer Specialists & Research Institute, LLC (FCS) medical oncologist and hematologist Mahdi Taha, DO, FACOI, FACP is lead author and Kayla Haines, APRN is co-author of a case study published in JCO® Precision Oncology detailing the importance of genomic testing in identifying cancer and guiding targeted treatment decisions that enhance overall survival, with a focus on metastatic prostate cancer.

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  • Inherited genetic mutations are known to increase risk for many forms of cancer in women and men.
  • Specifically, mutations in the breast cancer genes (known as BRCA1 and BRCA2) are the cause of aggressive forms of prostate cancer, the second most common cancer diagnosed in American men.
  • The article details the case of an 85-year-old male patient who presented to FCS for evaluation and treatment for metastatic prostate cancer with a rising PSA.
  • "Had genomic testing never been done on our patient, the BRCA2 mutation would have been unknown to the daughter," added Dr. Taha.

EVENT - Empowering Women Through Knowledge; Humanise Health & GeneType Launch "Know Your Risk”

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星期一, 四月 8, 2024

"Know Your Risk" is a movement towards empowering every woman with the knowledge to take charge of her health.

Key Points: 
  • "Know Your Risk" is a movement towards empowering every woman with the knowledge to take charge of her health.
  • Community Support: Be part of the launch of a "Know Your Risk" campaign, fostering a supportive community focused on empowering women to make informed decisions about their health.
  • Together with Humanise Health, a leading patient advocacy agency, we are at the forefront of advocating for preventative health and personalized health strategies.
  • This partnership for the "Know Your Risk" event underscores our collective dedication to empowering women with the knowledge to proactively manage their health.

Bionano Announces Publication of a Breast Cancer Study Showing that the Number of SVs Detected with OGM May Be Related to Prognosis, Tumor Progression and Chemotherapy Resistance

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星期二, 三月 19, 2024

HBOC syndrome is estimated to cause 5-10% of all breast cancers and is commonly characterized by harmful germline mutations in the BRCA1 or BRCA2 genes.

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  • HBOC syndrome is estimated to cause 5-10% of all breast cancers and is commonly characterized by harmful germline mutations in the BRCA1 or BRCA2 genes.
  • The study authors selected OGM for this analysis due to its ability to detect multiple classes of SVs with genome-wide coverage, high resolution and accuracy.
  • Eight novel gene fusions were identified by OGM, including three that had not previously been detected by other methods of analysis.
  • “We are pleased to see the publication of this study, which highlights OGM as a promising tool for detecting novel variants in HBOC-related breast cancer that have oncogenic potential.

Nucleus Genomics launches to bring whole-genome sequencing to the public

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星期一, 三月 25, 2024

Nucleus Genomics , the next-generation genetic testing and analysis company, today announced the launch of its DNA analysis product to bring the benefits of personalized medicine to everyone.

Key Points: 
  • Nucleus Genomics , the next-generation genetic testing and analysis company, today announced the launch of its DNA analysis product to bring the benefits of personalized medicine to everyone.
  • Nucleus will also offer pre-orders for its premium clinical-grade whole-genome sequencing (WGS) service, in which a customer’s entire set of DNA will be read and analyzed.
  • Nucleus is proud to sequence all customer samples in the U.S. on Illumina’s NovaSeq X Plus, the sequencing company’s newest and most innovative high-throughput sequencing instrument.
  • Working with Illumina, Nucleus is leveraging this latest sequencing technology to make WGS broadly accessible to power personalized healthcare.

INTERACT COALITION FORMED TO ADVANCE PATIENT ACCESS TO GENETIC TESTING FOR HEREDITARY CANCER RISK

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星期三, 四月 3, 2024

The coalition seeks to provide a collective voice in support of the progression of medical professional and industry guidelines for genetic testing for inherited mutations that increase cancer risk.

Key Points: 
  • The coalition seeks to provide a collective voice in support of the progression of medical professional and industry guidelines for genetic testing for inherited mutations that increase cancer risk.
  • With growing insight into the role of genetic testing in cancer risk management and treatment, the population of individuals who benefit from knowing their genetic mutation status continues to increase.
  • Hereditary cancer genetic testing has been shown to improve outcomes by identifying those most at risk and informing management strategies.
  • Among the challenges to broadening access to genetic testing for hereditary cancer risk is a time lag in updating guidelines and medical policies after the publication of new medical literature.

Nucleus Genomics launches to bring whole-genome sequencing to the public

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星期一, 三月 25, 2024

NEW YORK, March 25, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Nucleus Genomics, the next-generation genetic testing and analysis company, today announced the launch of its DNA analysis product to bring the benefits of personalized medicine to everyone.

Key Points: 
  • Nucleus further personalizes these risk assessments by integrating personal and lifestyle factors into their analysis — such as age, cholesterol levels, blood pressure, and BMI.
  • Nucleus will also offer pre-orders for its premium clinical-grade whole-genome sequencing (WGS) service, in which a customer's entire set of DNA will be read and analyzed.
  • Nucleus is proud to sequence all customer samples in the U.S. on Illumina's NovaSeq X Plus, the sequencing company's newest and most innovative high-throughput sequencing instrument.
  • Working with Illumina, Nucleus is leveraging this latest sequencing technology to make WGS broadly accessible to power personalized healthcare.

Labcorp Presents New Research Demonstrating Clinical Impact of Precision Diagnostics in Guiding Biomarker-targeted Therapies for Patients with Epithelial Ovarian Cancer

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星期六, 三月 16, 2024

BURLINGTON, N.C., March 16, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Labcorp (NYSE: LH), a global leader of innovative and comprehensive laboratory services, today presented the results from two studies at the 2024 SGO Annual Meeting on Women's Cancer. The studies demonstrate the value of biomarker testing in closing testing gaps and guiding targeted therapies for patients with epithelial ovarian cancer (EOC).

Key Points: 
  • The studies demonstrate the value of biomarker testing in closing testing gaps and guiding targeted therapies for patients with epithelial ovarian cancer (EOC).
  • Labcorp researchers conducted two studies to generate further evidence of the value of comprehensive genomic profiling to drive guideline-compliant testing that enables increased patient access to targeted therapies for improved outcomes.
  • When combined, the results of BRCA and HRD testing can determine which patients are most likely to benefit from treatment with poly-ADP ribose polymerase (PARP) inhibitors.
  • "This research emphasizes the power of comprehensive biomarker testing in advancing the treatment of ovarian cancer.

UT Health San Antonio secures $16.4 million from CPRIT over six months, adding transformative expertise, bolstering cancer research

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星期五, 三月 8, 2024

SAN ANTONIO, March 7, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio (UT Health San Antonio) (https://uthscsa.edu/) has secured approximately $16.4 million in funding from the Cancer Prevention and Research Institute of Texas (https://www.cprit.state.tx.us/about-us) the past six months, attracting three top cancer researchers and advancing child and adolescent cancer research.

Key Points: 
  • SAN ANTONIO, March 7, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio (UT Health San Antonio) ( https://uthscsa.edu/ ) has secured approximately $16.4 million in funding from the Cancer Prevention and Research Institute of Texas ( https://www.cprit.state.tx.us/about-us ) the past six months, attracting three top cancer researchers and advancing child and adolescent cancer research.
  • The Mays Cancer Center at UT Health San Antonio ( https://cancer.uthscsa.edu/ ) is one of only four National Cancer Institute-designated Cancer Centers in Texas.
  • The Mays Cancer Center provides leading-edge cancer care, propels innovative cancer research and educates the next generation of leaders to end cancer in South Texas.
  • The Greehey Children's Cancer Research Institute ( https://cancer.uthscsa.edu/gccri ) is one of only two institutes in the United States dedicated solely to pediatric cancer research.

Human medicines European public assessment report (EPAR): Lynparza, olaparib, Date of authorisation: 16/12/2014, Revision: 24, Status: Authorised

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星期五, 一月 5, 2024

Human medicines European public assessment report (EPAR): Lynparza, olaparib, Date of authorisation: 16/12/2014, Revision: 24, Status: Authorised

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Human medicines European public assessment report (EPAR): Lynparza, olaparib, Date of authorisation: 16/12/2014, Revision: 24, Status: Authorised

City of Hope Doctors and Scientists Present Innovative Research at Largest Gathering on Breast Cancer Research

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星期五, 十二月 8, 2023

City of Hope, one of the largest cancer research and treatment organizations in the United States, will present innovative research at this year’s San Antonio Breast Cancer Symposium (SABCS), taking place Dec. 5 to 9 in San Antonio, Texas.

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  • City of Hope, one of the largest cancer research and treatment organizations in the United States, will present innovative research at this year’s San Antonio Breast Cancer Symposium (SABCS), taking place Dec. 5 to 9 in San Antonio, Texas.
  • (Photo: Business Wire)
    Each year, about 10,000 physicians, scientists and other health care professionals attend the annual conference, which examines new breast cancer research and helps guide treatment of patients nationwide.
  • It is the largest and most prestigious scientific gathering on breast cancer research.
  • Women who have BRCA1 tend to have more aggressive breast cancers and the mutation can also cause ovarian cancer.