Advances in cancer treatment, including immunotherapy and mRNA technology, have led to significant progress in cancer survival rates.
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Over 70% of children with cancer now survive long term, and adult cancer death rates have fallen by one-third since 1991.
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Immunotherapy, such as checkpoint inhibitors and CAR-T therapy, has revolutionized cancer treatment by harnessing the immune system to fight cancer.
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mRNA technology, similar to that used in COVID-19 vaccines, is showing promise in early cancer trials, offering another way to utilize the immune system against cancer.
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Challenges remain, including finding specific targets for immunotherapy in solid tumors and addressing the limited duration of CAR-T cell effectiveness.
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Disparities in cancer care, particularly among rural populations, continue to be a concern.
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President Biden's Cancer Moonshot initiative aims to reduce cancer deaths by half within 25 years, with actions focused on prevention, detection, and treatment.
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Advocates are pushing for continued government funding for cancer research, highlighting the economic benefits of research investment.
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Patients who have benefited from recent advances in cancer treatments are advocating for increased awareness and support for ongoing research efforts.
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Continued research and funding are essential to further improve cancer outcomes and reduce disparities in care.
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