Many long-term survivors were diagnosed before genetic testing was commonly offered, but that does not mean it is too late to benefit from it. This article highlights a study showing that some survivors may still carry inherited variants that could affect their future screening, follow-up care, and even family members’ health decisions. It is an encouraging reminder that new information can still make a meaningful difference, even years after treatment.
For many survivors who need a valve replacement, one of the biggest questions is how long the new valve will last. This recent HeartValveSurgery.com update shares encouraging 10-year results from the COMMENCE trial, suggesting strong durability for the INSPIRIS RESILIA tissue valve and low rates of repeat surgery. It is hopeful news for survivors looking for reassurance about long-term outcomes.
New research out of Weill Cornell Medicine reveals an updated understanding of how Hodgkin lymphoma cells originate and evade immune detection. These findings could result in new diagnostic markers that will help differentiate between Hodgkin lymphoma and other cancers with similar symptoms.
The Long-Term Follow-Up (LTFU) Study has resulted in more than 300 publications in scientific journals since it was launched in 1994. Some of these articles are summarized here.
Cancer Today featured a strong review of the growing evidence that exercise can help ease fatigue, improve strength and physical function, and support mental health and quality of life during cancer treatment. For survivors who feel overwhelmed by fatigue or deconditioning, it is encouraging to see that even small amounts of movement can help.
American Cancer Society released their annual report on cancer facts and trends. The report reveals a milestone 70% 5-year survival rate for all cancers combined for those diagnosed between 2015-2021 in the United States, due to cancer research and treatment advancements. The report acknowledges that with increasing survival rates, there must be more emphasis on survivorship challenges.
New research presented at the 2025 San Antonio Breast Cancer Symposium suggests that acupuncture may help ease “brain fog” and thinking difficulties many survivors struggle with after cancer treatment.
In a recent Cancer Culture article, radiation oncologist Dr. Stacy Wentworth challenges the idea of ranking cancers as “good” or “bad.” She argues that while diagnoses and treatments differ, survivorship challenges are often shared, and far too many people are left without guidance once treatment ends. The real issue is not which cancer is worse, but how many survivors are navigating life after cancer without the information, monitoring, and support they need. This is exactly why Hodgkin’s International exists: to make sure no one is left to figure out life after cancer alone.