Cancer-related monthly mortality rate higher in April 2020 when health care capacity was most challenged
Recent Cancer Treatment Linked to Worse COVID-19 Outcomes
However, a history of cancer more than one year before COVID-19 diagnosis not tied to increased mortality or hospitalization
COVID-19 Vaccine Largely Protects Cancer Patients
However, higher risk seen for breakthrough infections and severe outcomes, especially for hematologic malignancies
Systemic Anticancer Treatment Not Tied to Higher COVID-19 Mortality
Receipt of immunotherapy compared with no cancer treatment in the four weeks preceding COVID-19 diagnosis associated with lower mortality
AACR Addresses Impact of COVID-19 on Cancer Care Continuum
Issues include increased burden of COVID-19 in patients with cancer, lessons from COVID-19 with potential to improve cancer care
Adverse Events After BNT162b2 Do Not Differ for Cancer Patients
Among patients with cancer, pain at the injection site was less likely after dose 1 for those receiving active treatment
Pandemic Having Major Impact on Pediatric Oncology Providers
51 percent of institutions cite decreased clinical staff availability; HCPs experiencing psychological distress, financial concerns
NCCN Endorses Full COVID-19 Vaccination for Cancer Patients
The NCCN Advisory Committee supports the strong preference for mRNA vaccines and offers guidance on the timing of vaccination
Young Adults With Cancer Facing Psychological Distress During Pandemic
High psychological distress tied to lower quality of life, social isolation, impaired cancer care