Doctors and researchers made several revelations at the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) meeting in Chicago, the world’s largest gathering of cancer specialists.
According to global media reports, at the annual event, doctors reported an increase in recovery rates among people undergoing serious stages of the disease, including lung and brain cancer.
Experts point to a number of scientific advances that have helped accelerate progress in treatments targeting molecules produced by cancer cells.
“Understanding the fundamental biology of the diseases we’re studying will help us achieve the desired effects of drugs that can effectively target the disease’s vulnerability,” said cancer expert Mary Lustberg. .
He also said that although there are many exciting developments, we need more in-depth research to treat the right patient at the right time.
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