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cancer

[kan-ser] / ˈkæn sər /


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Patt Finn, a veteran comedy actor known for his roles on ‘The Middle,’ ‘Murphy Brown’ and ‘The George Wendt Show,’ has died after battling cancer.

From Los Angeles Times

The biotechnology company made headlines in early November when it reported positive trial results for its experimental cancer treatment combining bezuclastinib with sunitinib.

From Barron's

This year marks 20 years since the beloved Hunter died from cancer, days short of his 28th birthday.

From BBC

The home was later described as her personal “sanctuary,” where she was able to escape the hustle and bustle of Hollywood, particularly during her lengthy cancer battle.

From MarketWatch

Whether the diagnosis is dementia or cancer, doctors may sometimes tell patients they will die with the disease rather than of the disease.

From MarketWatch