Tag: innovative-treatments

• Cancer's Magic Bullet: Antibody Drug Conjugates

  An exciting frontier in cancer treatment over 100 years in the making. Alice's story, the science of ADCs, the arrival of Enhertu, and what these targeted therapies mean for patients.

• Journey Through Time: Major Milestones in the Battle Against Cancer

  From ancient Egypt to CRISPR and liquid biopsies — a journey through the major milestones in cancer research and treatment, and what they mean for patients today.

• The Cancer Patient's Guide to Clinical Trials

  The NCCN says the best management of any cancer patient is in a clinical trial — yet only 3-5% participate. A comprehensive guide to trial phases, benefits, placebos, and how to find the right one.

• What Are Innovative Treatments and Why Should I Consider Them?

  Innovative treatments — mainly found in clinical trials — represent the best hope for longer, healthier lives for many cancer patients. The Keytruda story shows why.

• 'Tumors Melted Away': What the Year's Biggest Story in Cancer Really Means for Patients

  In June 2022, all 18 patients in a rectal cancer study had their tumors melt away — a 100% response rate. What this checkpoint-inhibitor breakthrough could mean for other cancer patients.