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10/10/2024
Lisa Kuhns, PhD, MD
Combining pembrolizumab with radiotherapy significantly enhances overall survival (OS) in patients with metastatic urothelial carcinoma (mUC) who have progressed after platinum-based chemotherapy, according to results from the ARON-2...
Combining pembrolizumab with radiotherapy significantly enhances overall survival (OS) in patients with metastatic urothelial carcinoma (mUC) who have progressed after platinum-based chemotherapy, according to results from the ARON-2...
Combining pembrolizumab with...
10/10/2024
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09/10/2024
Lisa Kuhns, PhD, MD
Adjuvant chemotherapy significantly improves disease-free survival (DFS) for patients with muscle-invasive upper tract urothelial cancer (UTUC), according to study results published in the Journal of Clinical Oncology.
Adjuvant chemotherapy significantly improves disease-free survival (DFS) for patients with muscle-invasive upper tract urothelial cancer (UTUC), according to study results published in the Journal of Clinical Oncology.
Adjuvant chemotherapy...
09/10/2024
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08/07/2024
Lisa Kuhns, PhD, MD
Bladder LCNEC is rare and aggressive and needs early diagnosis and comprehensive care.
Bladder LCNEC is rare and aggressive and needs early diagnosis and comprehensive care.
Bladder LCNEC is rare and...
08/07/2024
Veterans Health Today
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02/29/2024
Allison Casey
Final, updated results from the phase 3 POUT trial added further support to the use of adjuvant chemotherapy for patients with upper tract urothelial cancer who have undergone nephroureterectomy.
Final, updated results from the phase 3 POUT trial added further support to the use of adjuvant chemotherapy for patients with upper tract urothelial cancer who have undergone nephroureterectomy.
Final, updated results from the...
02/29/2024
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09/15/2022
Maria Asimopoulos
Bladder cancer is the fourth most common type of cancer in US veterans. Among patients with upper tract urothelial carcinoma, how prevalent are low-grade cases?
Bladder cancer is the fourth most common type of cancer in US veterans. Among patients with upper tract urothelial carcinoma, how prevalent are low-grade cases?
Bladder cancer is the fourth...
09/15/2022
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10/10/2024
Lisa Kuhns, PhD, MD
Combining pembrolizumab with radiotherapy significantly enhances overall survival (OS) in patients with metastatic urothelial carcinoma (mUC) who have progressed after platinum-based chemotherapy, according to results from the ARON-2...
Combining pembrolizumab with radiotherapy significantly enhances overall survival (OS) in patients with metastatic urothelial carcinoma (mUC) who have progressed after platinum-based chemotherapy, according to results from the ARON-2...
Combining pembrolizumab with...
10/10/2024
Veterans Health Today
News
09/10/2024
Lisa Kuhns, PhD, MD
Adjuvant chemotherapy significantly improves disease-free survival (DFS) for patients with muscle-invasive upper tract urothelial cancer (UTUC), according to study results published in the Journal of Clinical Oncology.
Adjuvant chemotherapy significantly improves disease-free survival (DFS) for patients with muscle-invasive upper tract urothelial cancer (UTUC), according to study results published in the Journal of Clinical Oncology.
Adjuvant chemotherapy...
09/10/2024
Veterans Health Today
News
08/07/2024
Lisa Kuhns, PhD, MD
Bladder LCNEC is rare and aggressive and needs early diagnosis and comprehensive care.
Bladder LCNEC is rare and aggressive and needs early diagnosis and comprehensive care.
Bladder LCNEC is rare and...
08/07/2024
Veterans Health Today
News
02/29/2024
Allison Casey
Final, updated results from the phase 3 POUT trial added further support to the use of adjuvant chemotherapy for patients with upper tract urothelial cancer who have undergone nephroureterectomy.
Final, updated results from the phase 3 POUT trial added further support to the use of adjuvant chemotherapy for patients with upper tract urothelial cancer who have undergone nephroureterectomy.
Final, updated results from the...
02/29/2024
Oncology
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08/31/2026
Rebecca Amrick
The Veterans Health Administration’s TeleWound Practice Program expanded access and continuity of chronic wound care, while participants identified technical issues, education, and provider workload as key considerations for broader...
The Veterans Health Administration’s TeleWound Practice Program expanded access and continuity of chronic wound care, while participants identified technical issues, education, and provider workload as key considerations for broader...
The Veterans Health...
08/31/2026
Veterans Health Today
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08/18/2026
Rebecca Amrick
A study found that White veterans were more likely to report positive provider experiences than Black or Hispanic veterans, indicating a persistent gap in care among US veterans.
A study found that White veterans were more likely to report positive provider experiences than Black or Hispanic veterans, indicating a persistent gap in care among US veterans.
A study found that White...
08/18/2026
Veterans Health Today
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08/10/2026
Rebecca Amrick
The US Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) recently announced the launch of a new clinical trial that will examine the effectiveness and safety of psilocybin in veterans with treatment-resistant major depressive disorder.
The US Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) recently announced the launch of a new clinical trial that will examine the effectiveness and safety of psilocybin in veterans with treatment-resistant major depressive disorder.
The US Department of Veterans...
08/10/2026
Veterans Health Today
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08/04/2026
Rebecca Amrick
The US Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) recently announced open enrollment for a new clinical trial that will study the efficacy of semaglutide in treating veterans with alcohol use disorder.
The US Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) recently announced open enrollment for a new clinical trial that will study the efficacy of semaglutide in treating veterans with alcohol use disorder.
The US Department of Veterans...
08/04/2026
Veterans Health Today
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07/28/2026
Rebecca Amrick
A study found that military sexual trauma among US veterans is associated with higher rates of chronic headache conditions and increased health care utilization, identifying a vulnerable population.
A study found that military sexual trauma among US veterans is associated with higher rates of chronic headache conditions and increased health care utilization, identifying a vulnerable population.
A study found that military...
07/28/2026
Veterans Health Today
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07/21/2026
Rebecca Amrick
The US Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) primary care settings are using virtual reality (VR) to help manage stress and anxiety among veterans.
The US Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) primary care settings are using virtual reality (VR) to help manage stress and anxiety among veterans.
The US Department of Veterans...
07/21/2026
Veterans Health Today
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07/14/2026
Rebecca Amrick
The US Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) and Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) have established a partnership designed to improve clinical trials that assess the impact of psychedelic drugs on veterans with mental illness.
The US Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) and Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) have established a partnership designed to improve clinical trials that assess the impact of psychedelic drugs on veterans with mental illness.
The US Department of Veterans...
07/14/2026
Veterans Health Today
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07/07/2026
Grace Taylor, MS, MA
A study found that US veterans who rely on US Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) health care have significantly greater psychiatric, medical, and socioeconomic needs than veterans receiving care outside the VA.
A study found that US veterans who rely on US Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) health care have significantly greater psychiatric, medical, and socioeconomic needs than veterans receiving care outside the VA.
A study found that US veterans...
07/07/2026
Veterans Health Today
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06/26/2026
Rebecca Amrick
Acute care services are more likely to be utilized by homeless veterans, highlighting the need for improved social programs that address the specific concerns of this growing population.
Acute care services are more likely to be utilized by homeless veterans, highlighting the need for improved social programs that address the specific concerns of this growing population.
Acute care services are more...
06/26/2026
Veterans Health Today
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06/17/2026
Rebecca Amrick
Systemic inflammation is associated with increased rates of hospitalization and death for veterans with heart failure, even when factors like age and comorbidities are considered.
Systemic inflammation is associated with increased rates of hospitalization and death for veterans with heart failure, even when factors like age and comorbidities are considered.
Systemic inflammation is...
06/17/2026
Veterans Health Today