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Dr. Oberstein on RASolute 302 and KRAS Breakthroughs in Pancreatic Cancer
In this episode of The Moonlight Shift, host Gina Mauro speaks with Paul Oberstein, MD, Director of GI Medical Oncology at NYU Langone Perlmutter Cancer Center, about findings from the phase 3 RASolute 302 trial (NCT06625320)—a major breakthrough in targeted pancreatic cancer treatment. Oberstein breaks down what these practice-changing findings mean for oncology nursing practice, clinical care, and the future of KRAS-targeted therapy.
Nurses Lead the Way in the New Era of Chronic Lung Cancer Care
When Beth Sandy, CRNP, started her career at the Abramson Cancer Center at the University of Pennsylvania 23 years ago, the clinical landscape for lung cancer was a stark contrast to the modern era. "I’ve seen a lot in lung cancer from the start when we only had just a couple of drugs," Sandy recalls. In those early days, a diagnosis was often a rapid crisis, with nursing care focused on high-intensity interventions and preparing patients for a very limited life expectancy.
FDA Approves Zidesamtinib for Pretreated ROS1-Positive NSCLC
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has granted approval for zidesamtinib (Jideytro), a next-generation ROS1-selective inhibitor, for the treatment of adult patients with locally advanced or metastatic ROS1-positive non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC). This indication specifically applies to patients who have previously received at least one ROS1 kinase inhibitor. The approval arrived nearly two months ahead of the original target action date of Sept.
Breast Cancer Survivors Face Higher Ischemic Stroke Risk in First Year Post-Dx
Oncology nurses play a critical role in the long-term surveillance of cancer survivors, who often face a significant burden of cardiovascular morbidity following treatment. A recent large-scale, population-based cohort study has identified a time-dependent association between breast cancer diagnosis and the risk of incident ischemic stroke.
Oncology Nurses Navigate Care Challenges Amid Chemotherapy Shortage
Cancer centers across the United States are once again facing the difficult task of rationing life-saving treatments due to a burgeoning shortage of generic oncology drugs. According to recent data, hospital fill rates for cisplatin fell to 66% in June, while ifosfamide — critical for treating lymphoma and lung cancer — dropped to 37%.
Sarcoma Awareness Month: The Critical Role of Multidisciplinary Nursing
July marks Sarcoma Awareness Month, a vital period for the oncology community to focus on a group of rare malignancies that account for less than 1% of all adult cancers. Despite their rarity, sarcomas represent a significant clinical challenge due to the existence of more than 70 distinct subtypes affecting bone and soft tissue.
Lily Walsh, PA | Authors | Oncology Nursing News
Articles by Lily Walsh, PA NYU Langone experts discuss multidisciplinary care, diagnostic challenges, and nursing's role in treating rare bone and soft tissue sarcomas.
En Español: Malvaviscos
October 27, 2023 As a result of the generous contributions of Visiting Assistant Professor of Spanish Víctor García Ramirez and his students, The Bucknellian will be publishing a series of short stories written in Spanish in the next several editions. This is a story based on the characters of the Argentine film The Bride’s Son (2001) by Juan José Camponella. Poco a poco empezó a olvidar.
Top Trending Facebook Videos of 2022
MISSOULA, Mont. — Here are NBC Montana's top three Facebook videos this year. #1. A group of bicyclists were taking a break on Going-to-the-Sun Road in Glacier National Park when they spotted a bear out for a walk. They made their presence known by shouting at the bear, who looks in their direction but keeps walking. This video also made the top three on our Instagram and TikTok pages this year. This video saw 40,300 reactions, 5,600 comments, 7,200 shares and a whopping 3 million views! #2.
Red Sleighs Over Montana will make flights this week
MISSOULA, Mont. — Santa will make some early deliveries this year, but not by sleigh -- instead, he'll travel by aircraft. Red Sleighs Over Montana delivers gifts to communities in need. The project is put on by the Museum of Mountain Flying near the Missoula Airport. Each year, Santa, elves and pilots take to the skies and fly to destinations across the state. "This is our third year. Last year was the first year I got to fly and touch down and see the kids come out and get their gifts.
House lights up Missoula for the holidays
MISSOULA, Mont. — A home just outside Missoula is lighting up the Garden City for the holidays. The house, located at 4406 Spurgin Road, lights up in sync to music on the radio. People can pull up in their cars and connect to 87.9 to watch the house and decorations light up to the beat in an array of colors. Plenty of cars lined up to watch the first show of the season on Thursday night. Once the show ended, cars honked their horns in applause.
Our Missoula project updates city's growth policy
MISSOULA, Mont. — The Our Missoula project kicked off at the fairgrounds on Tuesday night. The initiative will update the city's growth policy and land use code first developed in 2015. The project's goal is to look at the community's key priorities and focus on emerging needs like housing, equity, climate action and connectivity. Since the pandemic, new people and investments have moved to the Garden City, prompting city officials to make adjustments.
Lolo baker competes in Food Network 'Christmas Cookie Challenge'
MISSOULA, Mont. — A Montana baker will make her TV debut in a Food Network cookie decorating challenge. Sara Hemenway is the owner of Frosting Cakery, a business she runs out of her home in Lolo. She fulfills numerous orders a year, often shipping nationwide. Hemenway has been baking since the age of 16, when she learned to decorate baked goods by looking at cookbooks that belonged to her mother. Her first job in Great Falls taught her how to frost borders and roses on cakes.
Missoula YMCA announces $2 million gift for new child care center
MISSOULA, Mont. — The Missoula Family YMCA received a $2 million gift to build a new early child care center. The Dennis and Phyllis Washington Foundation donated the money to replace the current building that was given to the organization 55 years ago. The money benefits the Y’s Here for Good capital campaign, which aims to raise $15 million to completely renovate the YMCA campus.
U.S. rail strike could impact Montana wheat, barley exports
MISSOULA, Mont. — The Treasure State ranks No. 2 for production of wheat and barley in the U.S., and much of the product leaves the state by train. Some 80% percent of Montana grain rides the rails to the west coast for export out of the country, while the other 20% is transported to mills across the U.S. State officials believe a rail shutdown would force agriculture producers to ship products by truck, which would be more expensive than train.
ALEXA Nov. 5, 2022
NBC Montana, operating as KECI in Missoula, KCFW in Kalispell, and KTVM in Butte and simulcasting through KDBZ in Bozeman offer local and national news stories, sports, weather forecasts as well as entertainment programming. Our coverage area includes much of western Montana, including Thompson Falls, Whitefish, Clinton, Drummond, Philipsburg, Anaconda, Belgrade and Hamilton.
JEDI Network Summit aims to improve community resilience
MISSOULA, Mont. — This Thursday and Friday, the JEDI Network in Missoula will gather for an inaugural summit. JEDI stands for justice, equity, diversity and inclusion. The network has operated for years in the Missoula community, bringing together city, county, health care organizations, neighborhoods and education providers. The summit aims to improve community resilience and overall well-being while bridging other aspects.
JEDI Network Summit kicks off Thursday in Missoula
MISSOULA, Mont. — Education and health groups will meet in Missoula this week for the JEDI Network Summit. JEDI stands for justice, equity, diversity and inclusion. The summit involves the city, county, University of Montana and multiple health services. It aims to give community members the opportunity for holistic discussion on well-being.
Bear safely captured outside Missoula apartment building
MISSOULA, Mont. (KECI) — Residents in an apartment building in Montana got a bear surprise on Monday. One resident took a video and a few photos of the visitor. Wildlife officials arrived with a large trap to lure the bear inside to be relocated. The bear didn't buy it and instead walked past the trap. (Video: Jessica Lynn) Images show the bear lying down outside an apartment door. A bear was spotted lying down outside an apartment door.
Bear safely captured outside Missoula apartment building
MISSOULA, Mont. (KECI) — Residents in an apartment building in Montana got a bear surprise on Monday. One resident took a video and a few photos of the visitor. Wildlife officials arrived with a large trap to lure the bear inside to be relocated. The bear didn't buy it and instead walked past the trap. (Video: Jessica Lynn) Images show the bear lying down outside an apartment door. A bear was spotted lying down outside an apartment door.
Bear captured outside Missoula apartment building
MISSOULA, Mont. — Residents in an apartment building on South Russell Street got a bear surprise on Monday that stirred up views and reactions on our social media platforms. A bear was spotted lying down outside an apartment door. It was also seen outside, walking across the lawn of the complex and sitting in the grass. Wildlife officials arrived with a large trap to lure the bear inside to be relocated. The bear didn't buy it and instead walked past the trap.
NBC Montana sits down with Benny Weag to discuss 'The Voice,' aspirations
MISSOULA, Mont. — Polson resident Benny Weag visited NBC Montana on Wednesday afternoon to talk about his musical journey that led him to a spot on the hit TV series “The Voice.” On Tuesday, Weag's blind audition performance of Ed Sheeran's song "Shivers" landed him a spot on Blake Shelton's team. Weag, 29, began playing guitar, piano and singing at a young age. In 2017, he was diagnosed with myotonia, a neuromuscular condition that makes the muscles stiffen, often making it hard to play music.
Polson man lands spot on 'The Voice' with Team Blake
MISSOULA, Mont. — Polson resident Ben Weagraff took the stage in Tuesday night's episode of NBC's hit show “The Voice.” Weagraff, 29, goes by the stage name Benny Weag. He performed "Shivers" by Ed Sheeran. Blake Shelton was the only judge to turn around. Weag was first introduced to music at a young age and learned to play his father's guitar. Since then, he has performed in bands and in front of thousands of people at the Future Farmers of America's National Convention.
New fishing restriction criteria aim to help preserve trout
MISSOULA, Mont. — The Montana Fish and Wildlife Commission authorized a change to how fishing restrictions are implemented for waters that hold rainbow and cutthroat trout. The change triggers hoot owl and fishing restrictions during high temperatures, reducing the stress on fish. Fishing restrictions for rainbow trout would go into effect if water temperatures are at 73 degrees for three consecutive days in a row.
River City Roots Festival kicks off in the Garden City
MISSOULA, Mont. — The 16th annual River City Roots Festival is well underway in downtown Missoula. Food trucks, a street bar, vendors and an art show are all set up on Main Street and Ryman Street. People are filling up the streets, setting up chairs to watch live music performances. Friday's lineup included Ashley Flynn and the Riveters, Laney Lou and the Bird Dogs, Amy Helm and Amanda Shaw closing out the night at 8:30 p.m. Plenty of road closures and blockages are in effect for the event.
Tip-A-Cop events bring together Special Olympics athletes, law enforcement
MISSOULA, Mont. — Special Olympics Montana and local law enforcement officials held Tip-A-Cop events at both MacKenzie River Pizza locations in Missoula on Tuesday. The goal is to bring Special Olympics athletes, law enforcement and the public together to raise funds for the Special Olympics program. The first ever Tip-A-Cop was held in Whitefish in 2011 and since has expanded across the state.
Butte teen knocked out of 'American Ninja Warrior' Finals
MISSOULA, Mont. — Montana “American Ninja Warrior” contestant Evan Andrews made it to stage two of the finals on the hit show Monday night. The Butte teen advanced in the first round of the finals last week and made a far run before falling at the fifth of six obstacles. Andrews was one of 25 ninjas in stage two. Only 11 advanced to stage three. Andrews started training for the show at age 13 in a gym built in his garage. He trained for four years before scoring a spot.
MDT warns drivers to be mindful of construction on Highway 83
MISSOULA, Mont. — The Montana Department of Transportation is alerting drivers to multiple projects on Highway 83 as part of the Salmon Lake Highway Reconstruction project corridor. An overlay project is currently happening 7 to 15 miles north of Highway 200, Clearwater Junction. That will be completed on Saturday. A traffic control plan is in place to reduce delays through the area. A tree clearing project in the area is expected to last four to six weeks but will cause minimal traffic delays.
Missoula Under Construction brings family fun this weekend
MISSOULA, Mont. — Missoula Under Construction gives kids a chance to drive a forklift, operate a bulldozer and enjoy activities in the park. Kids will learn about trade careers and what each one does through hands-on activities. Tickets are $5 per person or $20 for families. Kids age 2 and younger get in free. All proceeds will benefit the Missoula Food Bank and Community Center. The event runs this Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. near Fort Missoula Regional Park.
Yellowstone to commemorate 150 years with artwork, tribal nations celebration
MISSOULA, Mont. — Yellowstone National Park will host Yellowstone Revealed, a collaboration with Mountain Time Arts and numerous tribal nations to commemorate 150 years of the park. Artwork includes seven teepees illuminated near the Roosevelt Arch in Gardiner and seven moving buffalo sculptures brought to life by dancers and drummers at Madison Junction and Old Faithful. Visitors can learn about the historic and continued presence of American Indian tribes in the Yellowstone region Aug. 17-28.
Gallatin Co. teams rescue fallen rock climber in Bear Basin
MISSOULA, Mont. — Gallatin County Search and Rescue teams responded to a rock climber who fell 100 feet and sustained severe injuries near Bear Basin in Big Sky on Tuesday morning. The reporting party was with the patient and said they were on a small ledge about 300 feet up from the bottom. Search and Rescue officials sent a section of ground teams with ropes and rigging gear, while a helicopter team flew into the area.
Bozeman Public Library employee named Librarian of the Year
MISSOULA, Mont. — The Montana Library Association named Bozeman Public Library’s Katie Biehl Librarian of the Year. Biehl has worked for the library for 24 years and served in the reference, circulation, collection management and children's departments throughout her time. The city of Bozeman released the following information: The City of Bozeman is proud to announce that Bozeman Public Library’s Katie Biehl has been awarded the 2022 Librarian of the Year award by the Montana Library Association.
As temperatures rise, FWP closes rivers
High temperatures have prompted full fishing closures on rivers in southwest and west-central Montana. These closures go into effect this Wednesday at 12:01 a.m. and include the entire Jefferson River, a section of the Big Hole River from confluence with the Beaverhead River to Tony Schoonen fishing access site, and portions of Fish Creek. The closures will protect bull trout from stress while water temperatures stay warm. Anglers can find more restrictions here.
Missoula PaddleHeads host multiple events for 6-game home stand
MISSOULA, Mont. — The Missoula PaddleHeads return to Ogren Park at Allegiance Field for a jam-packed week and a six-game home stand against the Idaho Falls Chukars. Events include giveaways, Wizards and Wands night, a river cleanup and more. The Montana DNRC will host Wildfire Preparedness and Prevention night this Wednesday. Smokey Bear will be in attendance.
Yellowstone National Park to conduct vehicle safety inspections this summer
MISSOULA, Mont. — Yellowstone National Park will conduct safety inspections for commercial vehicles and operators traveling in the park this summer. Park rangers are partnering with state and federal transportation officials for evaluations to protect visitors, employees and park resources.
'Yellowstone' returns to film in downtown Missoula
MISSOULA, Mont. — “Yellowstone” is back filming in downtown Missoula, and this time it's near the Missoula Club. The production team lined up along Ryman and Main Street while extras bustled around, gearing up to film. Parking between Higgins and Ryman was blocked off, and Ryman between Main and Front Street was closed to traffic. Businesses in the area had signs out to let customers know they were still open.
National forest officials seek information about pictograph vandalism
Officials at the Helena-Lewis and Clark National Forest are asking the public to help identify who vandalized the Hellgate Pictographs.
Lewis and Clark Caverns State Park to host more summer events
Lewis and Clark Caverns State Park announced more summer events this week, including speakers on bats, night skies and orienteering. Starting at 8 p. m.
Crews fight 4 vehicle-caused wildfires on Crow Reservation
The Bureau of Indian Affairs and Branch of Wildland Fire Management say vehicles have caused four recent wildfires on the Crow Reservation.
Butte to host Montana Clean Energy Fair on Saturday
The Montana Renewable Energy Association will host the annual Montana Clean Energy Fair in Butte this Saturday.
4 dead, 3 injured in Glacier Co. crash
A head-on collision between two vehicles Saturday night left four people dead and three people seriously injured.
Rock slope stability project to begin on Highway 135
Crews will begin working to stabilize the rock slope on Highway 135 this week about 14 miles north of St. Regis.
Montana tribal nations receive grant funding to enhance tourism
The Montana Department of Commerce announced more than $1. 1 million of grant funding will be awarded to seven of Montana's tribal nations.
Officials urge caution as fires spread across the state
State and county firefighters responded to 71 fires in the first week of August, which burned 16,218 acres across Montana.
FWP closes section of Stillwater River due to exposed pipeline
NBC Montana, operating as KECI in Missoula, KCFW in Kalispell, and KTVM in Butte and simulcasting through KDBZ in Bozeman offer local and national news stories, sports, weather forecasts as well as entertainment programming. Our coverage area includes much of western Montana, including Thompson Falls, Whitefish, Clinton, Drummond, Philipsburg, Anaconda, Belgrade and Hamilton.
Butte teen prepares for 'American Ninja Warrior' finals
A Butte teen will compete in the finals of NBC's Hit Series “American Ninja Warrior” this month.
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