Increase in cervical cancer rates seen in rural U.S. counties

Merck to present long-term data of Gardasil 9 and Gardasil at the EUROGIN international multidisciplinary HPV Congress

Clinical, real-world data reaffirming the long-term effectiveness of Gardasil 9 (Human Papillomavirus 9-valent Vaccine, Recombinant) and Gardasil (Human Papillomavirus 4-valent Vaccine, Recombinant) against certain HPV-related cancers and diseases will be presented at the EUROGIN International Multidisciplinary HPV Congress 2026 in Vienna, Austria, March 18-21.

March 20, 2026

Vol.52 No.11

Clinical Roundup

Positive topline results announced from phase I study of Lymphir + pembrolizumab in r/r gynecologic cancers

Citius Oncology announced positive topline results from a completed investigator‑initiated phase I clinical trial conducted by University of Pittsburgh investigators. This study evaluated the direct T-regulatory cell depletion activity of Lymphir (denileukin diftitox‑cxdl) in combination with the PD-1 immune checkpoint inhibitor pembrolizumab (Keytruda) in patients with recurrent or refractory gynecologic cancers, including ovarian and endometrial malignancies.

March 13, 2026

Vol.52 No.10

Clinical Roundup

HPV cancer vaccine slows tumor growth, extends survival in animal models

Throughout the past decade, Northwestern University scientists have uncovered a striking principle of vaccine design: Performance depends not only on vaccine components but also on vaccine structure.

February 13, 2026

Vol.52 No.06

Clinical Roundup

HRSA releases updated cervical cancer screening guidelines

The Health Resources and Services Administration released updated cervical cancer screening guidelines that include a new option for women to self-collect samples for screening.

January 09, 2026

Vol.52 No.1

Clinical Roundup

ACS cancer disparities report: Major differences in mortality burden by urbanicity, congressional district, socioeconomic status, and race/ethnicity

American Cancer Society scientists report higher cancer mortality rates among adults living in rural areas, certain congressional districts, and among those with lower socioeconomic status, according to a report published this month.

December 19, 2025

Vol.51 No.46