As the second leading cause of cancer in both men and women in the U.S., small cell and non-small cell lung cancer affects thousands of people each year. In recent years, advances in diagnosis and treatment have improved drastically, enhancing quality of life and increasing the length of life for patients.
Continue reading2025 Breast Cancer Statistics
Breast cancer remains a significant health concern worldwide, affecting millions of people each year.
Breast cancer is the most commonly diagnosed cancer among women in the U.S. Approximately 32% of all newly diagnosed cancers in women are breast cancer.
As we continue to advance medical research and treatment, it is crucial to stay informed about the latest statistics and trends.
Continue reading2025 Breast Cancer Research Updates
Breast cancer continues to be a major health challenge, but advancements in research, early detection, and treatment offer hope for better outcomes. Breast cancer research has remained a priority in oncology; millions of dollars are invested in breast cancer research annually, ensuring that innovation and progress continue. As a result of this significant investment, breast cancer researchers are exploring new and exciting approaches to research and investigating promising solutions that could be applied to other areas of oncology.
Continue readingClinical Research Updates in Pain Management
Because pain is subjective and cannot be objectively measured, treatment is challenging. The treatment of pain is further complicated by the addictive nature of opioids, which include medicines such as morphine, fentanyl and tramadol. Researchers are now searching for alternative pain treatments to opioids, and the NIH HEAL Initiative supports new research programs to establish guidelines for non-opioid treatments.
Continue readingInnovations in Vaccine Technology
Vaccines are a vitally important contribution to human health, reducing infant mortality and allowing people to live healthy lives. With the right investment, innovations in vaccine technology are poised to save more lives over the coming decades. Learn more about innovative approaches poised to increase the impact of vaccines.
Continue readingConsiderations for Children’s Participation in Clinical Trials
In recent years, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and the National Institutes of Health (NIH) have prioritized growing research in children’s health. Clinical trials that involve children have special requirements and considerations. Learn more about considerations for children’s clinical trials and explore resources that provide additional information.
Continue readingNew Advances in Skin Cancer Research
Skin cancer is the most common cancer worldwide, affecting 1 in 5 people in the United States by age 70. In the U.S., more people are diagnosed with skin cancer each year than all other cancers combined.
Discover some of the latest advancements in skin cancer prevention, diagnosis, and treatment.
Continue readingThe Latest in Personalized-Medicine Approaches in Clinical Trials
As clinical research, treatment and care move away from a one-size-fits-all approach, personalized medicine has the potential to improve treatment efficacy, reduce healthcare costs, and save lives, since precision diagnostics allow for a more proactive approach. Learn about some exciting clinical trials and research approaches at the forefront of precision medicine.
Continue reading2025 ASCO Annual Meeting Recap
The Oncology Consortia of Criterium held their annual Investigator Meetings at the 2025 ASCO Annual Meeting. These gatherings foster an invaluable collaboration and innovation among leading experts in the field, across a wide range of institutions – driving forward our shared mission to advance cancer research and improve patient outcomes.
Continue readingPromising Research in Men’s Health
June is Men’s Health Month, and with the mortality rate higher for men in 8 out of 10 leading causes of death, including cancer, stroke, and diabetes, raising awareness of early detection is important.
There are many promising research developments in conditions relevant to men that aim to extend life, reduce stigma, and improve outcomes for men living with the effects of cancer, depression, and stroke.










