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Family
Matters
When Shigeo Tsuruoka was diagnosed with
stomach cancer, his daughter, Aki Smith,
sprang into action to get her father the best
possible care. Now she advocates for others
dealing with the same diagnosis.
BY KATE YANDELL
survivor profile
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
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Searching Blood for
Cancer Clues
Liquid biopsies offer a new way to
analyze a tumor’s genetics and to
measure treatment response. Questions
remain about whether these tools
will help oncologists more effectively
choose treatments for patients.
BY STEPHEN ORNES
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Liver Cancer
on the Rise
More people are being diagnosed with
liver cancer. Avoiding exposure to risk
factors like cigarette smoking, obesity
and hepatitis B and C could cut liver
cancer deaths in half.
BY SUE ROCHMAN
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Gaps in
End-of-Life Care
More white Americans take advantage
of end-of-life care than do members
of racial and ethnic minorities. Efforts
are underway to address cultural and
religious factors that account for some
of the difference.
BY CHARLOTTE HUFF
