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Voices of Hodgkin’s Blog
Voices of Hodgkin’s Blog
Weighing First-Line Treatment Options for Advanced-Stage Hodgkin Lymphoma
ASCO DAily News –

For people newly diagnosed with advanced-stage classical Hodgkin lymphoma, choosing a first-line treatment can feel overwhelming. This article reviews the most widely used treatments, outlining how they compare in terms of both effectiveness and long-term side effects. The goal is not just remission but also protecting the quality of life for years to come.

A Roundtable on the Current State of U.S. Cancer Research
WNYC –

WNYC’s Brian Lehrer Show featured an insightful panel discussion on the current landscape of cancer research in the United States.

Problem-solving skills training reduces distress among young adults with cancer

A problem-solving skills training intervention reduced symptoms of stress and anxiety compared with usual care for young adults with cancer, according to results of a randomized trial presented at ASCO Annual Meeting.

University of Cincinnati Provides Primary Care for Adolescent and Young Adult Cancer Survivors
MedicalResearch.com –

The University of Cincinnati has launched one of the first oncology-focused primary care clinics specifically for Adolescent and Young Adult (AYA) cancer survivors, those diagnosed between the ages 18 and 39. This new model addresses the complex, long-term health risks survivors face, including second cancers, heart disease, and emotional challenges, by combining oncology knowledge with general preventive care. Early data shows high rates of chronic conditions and a strong need for coordinated, survivor-centered care.

Surgeon Q&A: Evolution of a Ross Procedure Program
Heart Valve Surgery –

An interview with Dr. Christopher Burke, a leading aortic valve surgeon at UW Medicine Heart Institute in Seattle, Washington, who has developed a successful Ross Procedure program.

Women who survive cancer are more likely than men to have fatigue and depression
NBC News –

Many cancer survivors experience fatigue and depression after treatment, and a new study presented at the American Association for Cancer Research’s annual meeting highlights just how common it is, especially among women.

Are CT Scans Causing a Ton of Cancer?
Slate –

Slate review of the April 14, 2025 article “CT Scans in a Single Year Could Result in 100,000 Future Cancers in the U.S.”

CT Scans in a Single Year Could Result in 100,000 Future Cancers in the U.S.
Medpage Today –

For many long-term Hodgkin’s survivors—especially those treated with high-dose radiation—any exposure to additional radiation can feel alarming. CT scans are incredibly useful tools, but do they carry real cancer risk?

‘The pieces are all there’: Cancer survivorship model merges care teams, technology
Healio –

Dr. Steven J. Atlas and colleagues propose a bold, integrated survivorship model that uses digital tools to connect the dots—bringing oncologists, primary care physicians, and patients together through shared care plans and real-time communication.

Aortic Regurgitation: What Should Patients Know?
HeartValveSurgery.com –

Many long-term survivors are at higher risk for heart valve disease, especially those who had chest radiation. Aortic regurgitation—when the aortic valve doesn’t close properly—can quietly progress until symptoms appear. This resource from Heart-Valve-Surgery.com explains what to watch for, how it’s diagnosed, and treatment options available to survivors.