Novel antibody blocks Epstein-Barr virus, curing follicular lymphoma — and a plan to reduce cancer in Washington state

SEATTLE – March 4, 2026 – Below are summaries of recent Fred Hutch Cancer Center research findings, patient stories and other news. March is the awareness month for colorectal cancer and multiple myeloma. If you’re interested in speaking to experts, contact [email protected] to schedule interviews. Infectious disease research Scientists develop first-of-its-kind antibody to block Epstein-Barr … Read more

Fifteen-year follow up reveals cure potential in follicular lymphoma

Unlike some other forms of lymphoma, advanced stage follicular lymphoma is considered incurable. But a new analysis of long-term data on patients treated for the disease years ago with standard regimens of immunotherapy and a chemotherapy combination known as CHOP suggests that many of those patients can now be considered cured. The analysis is just … Read more

Weill Cornell’s Leonard Noted for His ASH List, Patient Care

John Leonard, MD John Leonard, MD, of Weill Cornell Medicine, New York City, has built a devoted following for his “Leonard List” — previews of research to be presented at annual American Society of Hematology (ASH) meetings that are held every December. For example, in November 2024, in the days leading up to ASH 2025, … Read more