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Developments in cancer research, health policy and patient care, plus clinical trials and events.
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Online patient day on CNS lymphomas on 7 November
From 10:00 to 13:00, patients and relatives can hear about the disease, research and memory problems.
ResearchNew mouse models reflect different forms of AML more closely
Researchers selected 23 particularly stable leukaemia models from patient samples. Experiments in mice are not a treatment for people.
EventReturning to work after cancer: Online course in November
From 2 to 16 November, the German Cancer Foundation offers a course for people who want to return to work after cancer.
EventLeukaemia and lymphoma forum on 13 November in Stuttgart
The free forum at Diakonie Hospital offers talks, workshops and time for questions. Registration is requested by 6 November.
Health policyMammography screening is set to open to women from age 45
Germany’s Federal Joint Committee has lowered the minimum age. The expanded service is not in force yet.
Health policyHPV atlas sets out six proposals to close vaccination gaps
DKFZ and German Cancer Aid summarise data on HPV-related cancers. The measures they describe are recommendations, not a new vaccination service.
ResearchCytoVI: AI supports the analysis of blood cancer cells
A research model analyses measurements of individual cells. In CLL, its results closely matched specialist assessments.
EventOnline course on living with chronic illness starts 16 October
The INSEA course is for people with chronic conditions, their relatives and friends.
Eventmamazone: “Projekt Diplompatientin” on 9–10 October in Augsburg
The breast cancer congress brings patients, relatives and specialists together to discuss AI, medical developments and taking part in treatment decisions.
Patient resourcesCancer screening: New information resources for workplaces
The “Lass mal checken” campaign gives employers free materials to inform their staff.
Patient resources40 years of the Cancer Information Service: Help with cancer questions
The DKFZ service supports people seeking advice by phone, email and online with accessible, evidence-based information.
EventCIO patient day in Cologne on 2 October
Cologne University Hospital will host its CIO patient day on 2 October, with tours of the hospital pharmacy and Mildred Scheel House.