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Articles by Jennifer Welsh
Imaging the Invisible: A New Precision Approach to Detecting Multiple Myeloma
Home / News / Research and Innovation / Cancer By: Jennifer Welsh | November 03, 2026 | 8 min. read | Share First-in-human immunoPET study of using labeled CD38 antibodies for targeted scanning reveals a promising path to earlier detection, improved disease mapping and more personalized treatment strategies. Researchers at Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center evaluated a targeted imaging approach designed to reveal multiple myeloma that standard glucose-based PET/CT may miss.
Have We Reached the COVID-19 Vaccine Plateau?
Part 7 of 10 Acceptance of the COVID-19 vaccine has plateaued and skepticism holds steady. Most people are both excited and nervous about returning to public events. Hesitant parents are the next hurdle to reaching herd immunity. COVID-19 vaccine acceptance has hit a plateau, according to a Verywell survey, as Americans express mixed feelings about the return to normal life. The push to vaccinate more people continues amid ongoing skepticism.
COVID Vaccine Rejectors May Be Here To Stay
COVID-19 vaccine rejectors are standing firm against getting their doses. States are removing restrictions, but the Delta COVID-19 variant is primed to spread in unvaccinated populations. As more people get vaccinated, offices are reopening and people are headed back to work.
Over Half of Americans Are In Favor of Vaccine Passports
Vaccine rejection is at an all-time low. Americans are split on whether they support verifying their vaccination status—through vaccine passports—as they return to public spaces. People are most likely to support vaccine passports in situations where other forms of verification already exist, like international travel. Over half of Americans support the use of vaccine passports, according to a recent survey. As more people get vaccinated, fears about the COVID-19 vaccines are reaching all-time lows.
Treatments for Epstein-Barr Virus and Infectious Mononucleosis
The Epstein-Barr virus is the virus that causes infectious mononucleosis. The Epstein-Barr virus doesn’t usually cause symptoms, but when it does, rest and increased fluid intake can help you feel better. Chronic Epstein-Barr virus can be deadly and may require a stem cell transplant. The Epstein-Barr virus (EBV) is a common virus that often goes unnoticed but can lead to infectious mononucleosis and chronic conditions. Learn how to manage and treat EBV symptoms effectively.
NIH Awards Aim To Unwrap the Unexpected Molecular Links Between Breast Cancer and Childhood Brain Disorders
Home / News / Research and Innovation / Cancer By: Jennifer Welsh | June 26, 2026 | 9 min. read | Share Two major NIH grants will support Lluis Morey, Ph.D., as he investigates how Polycomb proteins drive breast cancer growth and contribute to mutations that disrupt brain development. As a kid, Lluis Morey, Ph.D., an associate professor in The Dr. John T. Macdonald Foundation Department of Human Genetics at the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine, wanted to be a doctor.
Teclistamab Improves Outcomes in Relapsed Multiple Myeloma
Home / News / Research and Innovation / Cancer By: Jennifer Welsh | May 29, 2026 | 8 min. read | Share Summary On teclistamab, nearly two-thirds of multiple myeloma patients achieved complete remission, and many had no detectable myeloma cells on highly sensitive tests. The practice-changing study supports earlier use of immune-based therapies such as teclistamab for multiple myeloma.
New AI tool may help personalize multiple myeloma treatment
Micrograph of a plasmacytoma, the histologic correlate of multiple myeloma. H&E stain. Credit: Wikipedia/CC BY-SA 3.0 An artificial intelligence-based tool may help physicians determine which newly diagnosed multiple myeloma patients are most likely to benefit from specific therapies, including immunotherapy and stem cell transplantation.
Genetic clues may reveal which rare solitary fibrous tumors are more aggressive, likely to spread
Credit: Pixabay/CC0 Public Domain Specific genetic fusion patterns in solitary fibrous tumors may help identify which patients face a higher risk of metastasis, recurrence and more aggressive disease behavior, according to new research that could improve how physicians assess and eventually treat this rare cancer.
Genetic Pattern May Identify Which Solitary Fibrous Tumors are More Aggressive
By: Jennifer Welsh | May 21, 2026 | 7 min. read | Share New research from Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center links gene fusion patterns to tumor behavior, advancing precision medicine for a rare sarcoma. Patients with solitary fibrous tumors often face an uncertain treatment journey.
What Is Colorectal Cancer?
Colorectal cancer is the fourth most common cancer in the United States and primarily affects the colon and rectum. Symptoms may include changes in bowel habits, blood in the stool, abdominal pain, and unintended weight loss. Surgery, chemotherapy, radiation, targeted therapies, and immunotherapy are common treatments for colorectal cancer. Colorectal cancer is a growth of abnormal cells in the colon and rectum, often leading to symptoms like bowel habit changes and abdominal pain.
Why Immunotherapy Works for Some, But Not All, Mesothelioma Patients
Home / News / Research and Innovation / Cancer By: Jennifer Welsh | May 05, 2026 | 8 min. read | Share New research points to DNA methylation as a key factor in predicting who may respond to treatment and a potential new way to target resistant tumors. Immunotherapy has transformed cancer treatment, but not all patients respond. In pleural mesothelioma, a rare and aggressive cancer, only a small group of patients benefit. Doctors still cannot tell in advance who will respond.
What Does Skin Cancer on the Face Look Like?
Skin cancer on the face can look like a new or changing mole, shiny bumps, red and scaly patches, or new lesions that may appear brown, black, or blue. The best way to prevent skin cancer on the face is to avoid sun exposure and use sunscreen with SPF. Skin cancer on the face may show up as unusual moles or patches with colors like brown, black, or red. Spotting these changes promptly can lead to better treatment outcomes.
An Overview of Biologics for Crohn’s Treatment
Biologics help reduce symptoms and prevent flare-ups in Crohn's disease. Biologics are made up of large molecules from living things. Monoclonal antibodies are a common type of biologic used for Crohn's. Biologic medical therapies, or biologics, are an important type of treatment for Crohn’s disease and inflammatory bowel disease. Biologics are a wide-ranging class of drugs, and there are many different types.
Agent Orange linked to aggressive bone marrow cancer in Vietnam veterans
Credit: Pixabay/CC0 Public Domain More than 50 years after Agent Orange was used in Vietnam, a new national study published in Blood Advances highlights the genetic changes that link exposure to Agent Orange to myelodysplastic syndromes (MDS), a group of bone marrow cancers that can progress to acute leukemia. The findings shed light on why some veterans develop more severe bone marrow cancers and will hopefully help these individuals obtain access to needed, service-connected care.
Sylvester Research Identifies Genetic Changes Linked to Bone Marrow Cancer In Veterans Exposed To Agent Orange
Home / News / Cancer Clinical Trials / Cancer By: Jennifer Welsh | March 23, 2026 | 9 min. read | Share Mutations may explain why exposed veterans developed myelodysplastic syndrome earlier and had more aggressive disease. More than 50 years after Agent Orange was used in Vietnam, scientists are beginning to understand how it alters the DNA of blood-forming cells and why some veterans develop more severe bone marrow cancers.
John Roberts, an Economist Who Transformed the Study of Organizations, Dies at 80
Donald John Roberts, the John H. Scully Professor of Economics, Strategic Management and International Business, Emeritus, died January 23 after a long illness. He was 80. His start at Stanford GSB was carefully cultivated. When economics professor Robert Wilson began growing the economics faculty at the business school in the late 1970s, he had already recruited an impressive group of young scholars. But he needed someone to shape the intellectual direction of the program.
How to Tell if You Have Intestinal Worms
Diarrhea and stomach pain can happen if you have a heavy intestinal worm infection, like tapeworm. You can check your poop for worms to see if you might have an infection. Treatment includes medication that varies based on the type of worm. Intestinal worms often lead to gastrointestinal symptoms, like diarrhea, because they live in your digestive tract. Other symptoms, such as a skin rash or problems breathing, also can occur, depending on the type of worm and related disease.
Breast Cancer Misdiagnosis: Why It Happens and What to Do
Misdiagnosis and missed diagnoses of breast cancer occur around 5% of the time in outpatient settings. Overdiagnosis may lead to unnecessary treatments and up to 31% of breast cancer may be overdiagnosed. Consider getting a second opinion if you're worried about a breast cancer misdiagnosis, especially if you're over 40 or have symptoms. Breast cancer is the most common non-skin cancer, but sometimes, it’s misdiagnosed, missed, or overdiagnosed.
Stage 4 Endometriosis vs. Endometrial Cancer:
Endometriosis is not cancer and doesn't increase the risk of uterine cancer. Endometrial cancer and endometriosis can both cause pelvic pain, but the timing and types of pain differ. Endometriosis occurs when tissue like the uterus lining grows outside the uterus. Endometriosis is a condition caused when tissue that resembles the lining of the uterus (womb) grows outside the uterus, where it should not be.
What You Need to Know About Cancer and Infusion Therapy
Infusion therapy delivers medicine directly into the bloodstream. It is often used for chemotherapy and immunotherapy in cancer treatment. Infusion can be essential for people who cannot take medicine by mouth. When you’re facing treatment for cancer, you may start hearing about infusion treatments, therapies, and clinics. Infusions are a way to deliver drugs and medications directly into the bloodstream instead of taking them as pills or liquids.
Immunotherapy for Cancer: Stages, Types, Side Effects
Some people wonder if they should ask their healthcare providers for immunotherapy or chemotherapy. The treatment plans for cancer are rarely so simple. Both treatments can have side effects, sometimes severe. Both can be effective when used in ways that research has shown to benefit people. There’s not any way to compare the strength of immunotherapies and chemotherapy.
Study Connects Agent Orange Exposure to Earlier and More Severe Cases of Myelodysplastic Syndrome
Home / News / Cancer Clinical Trials / Cancer By: Jennifer Welsh | December 08, 2025 | 7 min. read | Share Summary A new study shows that people exposed to Agent Orange face a higher risk of developing myelodysplastic syndrome, tend to develop it earlier and often have more a more aggressive version of the disease. Until now, studies had not clearly shown a link between Agent Orange exposure and myelodysplastic syndrome mainly because data were unavailable.
Study Connects Agent Orange Exposure to Earlier and More Severe Cases of Myelodysplastic Syndrome
Home / News / Cancer Clinical Trials / Cancer By: Jennifer Welsh | December 08, 2025 | 7 min. read | Share Summary A new study shows that people exposed to Agent Orange face a higher risk of developing myelodysplastic syndrome, tend to develop it earlier and often have more a more aggressive version of the disease. Until now, studies had not clearly shown a link between Agent Orange exposure and myelodysplastic syndrome mainly because data were unavailable.
Home / News / Research and Innovation / Cancer By: Jennifer Welsh | December 08, 2025 | 6 min. read | Share Article Summary Large B-cell lymphoma is the most common aggressive lymphoma in adults. Many lymphoma patients show a consistent pattern: powerful new therapies act quickly but often fail to keep the lymphoma at bay permanently. Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center researchers combined three of the most promising lymphoma treatments, aiming to improve outcomes.
Fungating Breast Cancer: Wound Care, Relief, and Coping
Fungating breast cancer wounds require daily cleaning and proper dressings to manage symptoms. If surgery isn't an option, cleaning dead tissue and using specific dressings can help care for the wound. Specialized dressings can be costly, so consulting with a wound-care specialist or nurse is beneficial. A fungating, or ulcerating, breast cancer is one in which the cancerous tissue breaks through the skin of the breast.
Major treatment overhauls for acute myeloid leukemia
Acute myelocytic leukemia (AML). Credit: Unsplash/CC0 Public Domain A new generation of targeted treatments and gentler chemotherapy options for older adults with a new diagnosis of acute myeloid leukemia (AML) is driving better survival and cure rates.
Sylvester's Researchers Lead Major Treatment Overhauls For Acute Myeloid Leukemia
Home / News / Clinical Care / Cancer By: Jennifer Welsh | December 01, 2025 | 7 min. read | Share Summary Updated 2025 American Society of Hematology acute myeloid leukemia treatment guidelines highlight changing outcomes for older adults with AML. For decades, the standard treatment for AML was intensive chemotherapy, and just 20 years ago, two-thirds of people older than 65 didn’t get access to chemotherapy.
Breast Cancer Without a Lump: Is It Possible?
Breast cancer can happen without a lump, but other symptoms like skin changes or pain might appear. Some types of breast cancer, like lobular carcinoma and inflammatory breast cancer, usually don't form lumps. Regular breast cancer screenings help find breast cancer early, even if there are no symptoms. It is possible to have breast cancer without a lump. About one in six people with breast cancer do not report having a lump when they’re diagnosed.
Can Cancer Spread During Chemo?
Some cancers can spread during chemotherapy because the drugs might not work or cancer cells develop resistance. Your healthcare provider can use scans and tests to monitor if chemotherapy is working or if cancer is growing. If chemotherapy isn't effective, consider discussing alternative treatments or palliative care with your provider.
Antibiotics for Bronchitis: Types and When They're Needed
Antibiotics are not typically used to treat bronchitis since it's usually caused by a virus. Doctors might give antibiotics if they think your bronchitis is caused by bacteria. Always finish all your antibiotics, even if you feel better sooner. Antibiotics for bronchitis are only necessary if your healthcare provider suspects a bacterial infection is causing your symptoms or if you're at a high risk for a bacterial infection after a bout of viral bronchitis.
Salicylic Acid: Uses for Skin, in Medicine, and More
Salicylic acid is an ingredient in skin care products that helps treat acne and blackheads by removing dead skin cells and unclogging pores. Aside from acne, salicylic acid can also be used to treat skin conditions like dandruff, psoriasis, and warts by softening and dissolving skin flakes or rough patches. Salicylic acid is an over-the-counter (OTC) skin care ingredient in various formulations. It can be found in shampoos, cleaners, serums, and lotions.
Calcium Channel Blockers and Their Side Effects
Which calcium channel blocker is safest? Most people do not have problems taking their calcium channel blockers, but these drugs can have side effects. Benzothiazepines (diltiazem) and phenylalkylamines (verapamil) generally have fewer side effects. The best CCB for you is based on many factors you can discuss with your healthcare provider. What can you take instead of calcium channel blockers?
Stages of Bladder Cancer: What You Need to Know
Bladder cancer is staged from 0 to IV based on how much it has grown and spread. Stage 0 bladder cancer is usually treated successfully with surgery. When you are first diagnosed with bladder cancer, your doctors will perform tests to determine the stage and grade of your disease. The bladder cancer staging and grading processes help your doctors make treatment decisions and estimate your chance of recovery.
Can You Die From Pneumonia? What to Know
Pneumonia can be severe and life-threatening for high-risk groups like babies and older adults. Bacterial pneumonia is more dangerous than viral or fungal pneumonia and may need hospital treatment. You can help prevent pneumonia by washing your hands, getting vaccines, and staying away from people who are sick. Pneumonia can be deadly, especially for high-risk groups like infants and older adults, who are more likely to experience complications such as sepsis and respiratory failure.
How Long Does Bronchitis Last? Treatment and Recovery Time
Acute bronchitis usually lasts one to three weeks. Chronic bronchitis lasts at least three months out of each year, by definition, and can be a lifelong issue. Acute bronchitis usually clears up in one to three weeks, while chronic bronchitis can persist for months or even become permanent. Understanding the type of bronchitis you have is key to knowing how long symptoms might last and what treatment will be needed. Bronchitis is inflammation of the large airways of the lungs, called bronchi.
Bladder Cancer vs. Bladder Infection: Symptoms, Causes, Treatment
Bladder infections are caused by bacteria in the urinary tract and are treated with antibiotics. Bladder cancer can cause blood in the urine and requires treatment like surgery or chemotherapy. Bladder cancer is often mistaken for a bladder infection because they share many of the same symptoms. Patients with either condition may experience increased urgency, frequency, and pain with urination or incontinence—the inability to hold in urine. Your bladder is the organ located in the urinary tract.
Chemo vs Radiation? Differences, Side Effects, and More
Chemotherapy uses drugs to kill fast-growing cancer cells, while radiation uses high-energy waves to target specific areas. Chemotherapy can cause side effects in the whole body, while radiation side effects are usually in the treated area. Chemotherapy is systemic and affects the whole body, while radiation is often a local treatment. Chemotherapy and radiation are among the most effective treatments to improve survival in cancer patients.
How Are Inhalers Used to Treat Bronchitis?
Inhalers are mainly used for chronic bronchitis and severe acute bronchitis to help you breathe better. Short-acting beta-2 agonists like albuterol can open airways to relieve wheezing and trouble breathing. Nebulizers may help patients who can't use inhalers by delivering medicine in a mist form. Inhalers deliver medicines that can improve your ability to breathe when you have bronchitis. They are usually prescribed only for chronic bronchitis and severe cases of acute bronchitis.
What Is Anthrax and What Makes It Toxic to Humans?
Anthrax is a serious disease caused by bacteria called Bacillus anthracis that can be found in soil and affect humans and animals. People can get anthrax by inhaling spores, through cuts on the skin, or by eating contaminated food. If caught and treated early, most people with anthrax can survive with antibiotics and antitoxins. Anthrax is a rare but serious infectious disease caused by the bacterium Bacillus anthracis. This bacterium is often found in the soil and infects animals.
Thyroid Biopsy: Needle Insertion, Side Effects, Results
A thyroid biopsy is a quick outpatient procedure that usually involves minimal pain and recovery time. After a thyroid biopsy, you might have minor bruising or discomfort, which can be treated with OTC pain relievers. Most thyroid biopsies show noncancerous results, but further tests might be needed. A thyroid biopsy is a medical procedure used to diagnose problems with the thyroid gland. The procedure collects cells from the thyroid to test them in the lab.
Stage 4 Pancreatic Cancer Overview and Survival Rates
Stage 4 pancreatic cancer has a low five-year survival rate and cannot be cured. Age and how much the cancer has spread affect survival rates. Treatments such as chemotherapy and surgery can help alleviate symptoms and improve quality of life. Stage 4 pancreatic cancer is the most advanced form, and it means the cancer has spread to distant organs like the liver or lungs.
Understanding the Breast Cancer Classification System of Stages 0–4
Breast cancer is staged from 0 to 4 based on the tumor's size, spread to lymph nodes, and if it has metastasized to other organs. Stage 0 breast cancer has abnormal cells that haven't spread, and some experts say it might not need treatment. To determine how advanced a case of breast cancer is, healthcare providers use the American Joint Committee on Cancer breast cancer classification system.
How to Boost Your White Blood Cells During Chemotherapy
Chemotherapy can lower white blood cells, making you more likely to get sick. Doctors can use medicines to help your body make more white blood cells. Chemotherapy treats cancer, but it can also bring about side effects like a low white blood cell count. Having a low white blood cell count, also known as leukopenia, can leave you more susceptible to infections during treatment.
Tramadol vs. Hydrocodone
Hydrocodone is a stronger opioid than tramadol and is used for severe pain. Tramadol is often given for moderate or chronic pain when weaker painkillers do not work. Do not take tramadol and hydrocodone together because the combination can be dangerous. Hydrocodone and tramadol are both strong opioid prescription pain medicines. ConZip (tramadol) is commonly prescribed to relieve moderate to moderately severe pain that’s always present. Hydrocodone is a stronger opioid used to relieve severe pain.
Fighting Osteosarcoma with Leading-Edge Insights and Personalized Care
Home / News / Research and Innovation / Cancer By: Jennifer Welsh | September 11, 2025 | 7 min. read | Share Summary Dr. Emanuela Palmerini is using genetic and immune signatures to advance more precise treatment strategies for osteosarcoma. Only one new drug has been approved for osteosarcoma in the past several decades, mifamurtide. Dr. Palmerini’s studies focus on finding the cancer signatures linked to better response to mifamurtide.
Osteosarcoma: Leading-Edge Insights and Personalized Care
Home / News / Research and Innovation / Cancer By: Jennifer Welsh | September 11, 2025 | 7 min. read | Share Summary Dr. Emanuela Palmerini is using genetic and immune signatures to advance more precise treatment strategies for osteosarcoma. Only one new drug has been approved for osteosarcoma in the past several decades, mifamurtide. Dr. Palmerini’s studies focus on finding the cancer signatures linked to better response to mifamurtide.
Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia: Slow-Appearing Symptoms
Chronic lymphocytic leukemia often causes no symptoms and is often found through blood tests for other reasons. Treatment may not be needed right away because early treatment doesn't always help people live longer. Newer targeted therapies for CLL are improving survival and quality of life compared to older treatments. Chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL) is a bone marrow cancer leading to abnormal white blood cells in the blood. It’s slow-growing and mainly affects older adults.
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