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Wednesday, March 09, 2011  Researchers from Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles are studying a new vaccine to treat patients with brain tumors.

Friday, August 06, 2010  A new vaccine is being tested around the country to treat advanced melanoma.

Thursday, July 08, 2010  New vaccines don't prevent prostate cancer but help treat it and extend life for people with advanced disease.

Tuesday, January 05, 2010  Researchers are testing a vaccine that trains the body's own immune system to attack brain cancer cells.

Wednesday, April 29, 2009  Recognizing the symptoms and seeking treatment for ovarian cancer could mean the difference between life or death.

Monday, December 01, 2008  Lung cancer vaccine called Lucanix is being tested in patients with non-small cell lung cancer to extend survival.

Friday, November 07, 2008  Vaccines to prevent and treat cancer are among the newest options offering hope to cancer patients and those at risk for cancer.