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Oral Drug Combo Shows Efficacy for Older AML Patients; Delayed Pegfilgrastim Reduces Breast Cancer Bone Pain

Jun 10, 2026

Two separate clinical trials have reported advances in cancer care. An oral drug combination of decitabine-cedazuridine and venetoclax showed efficacy in older patients with acute myeloid leukemia, with a 47% complete response rate in a phase 2b trial. A separate randomized controlled trial found that delaying pegfilgrastim administration to 72 hours post-chemotherapy significantly reduced bone pain in women with stage I–III breast cancer.

Phase 3 Breast Cancer Trial Data Highlights from Q1 2026

Apr 01, 2026

Multiple phase 3 breast cancer trials reported significant findings in early 2026, including positive results for novel therapies across different subtypes. Key data includes progression-free survival benefits for palbociclib in HR-positive, HER2-positive advanced breast cancer and investigations of antibody-drug conjugates and combination therapies. Full trial findings are expected to be presented at upcoming medical meetings.

FDA Approves Lifyorli Plus Nab-Paclitaxel for Platinum-Resistant Ovarian Cancer

Mar 26, 2026

The FDA has approved Lifyorli (relacorilant) plus nab-paclitaxel for platinum-resistant ovarian cancer based on trial data showing improved survival. Separately, the agency granted Breakthrough Therapy designation to Lilly's sofetabart mipitecan for the same condition, expediting development of the antibody-drug conjugate.