The Fight Against Cancer: New Frontiers in Screening, Detection, and Treatment

This special issue provides a comprehensive look at the latest developments in the ongoing fight against cancer. One article, "The Life-Saving Impact of Early Detection," focuses on how screening and diagnostic tests for common cancers like breast, cervical, colorectal, and lung can detect tumors at an early stage when they are most treatable. It discusses the tests available, who should be screened, and barriers to broader screening. Another article, "New Hope: Emerging Advances in Cancer Treatments," examines exciting progress in cancer therapies. Immunotherapy, targeted drugs, and precision medicine are unlocking more effective, personalized treatments with fewer side effects. Revolutionary treatments like CAR T-cell therapy are saving lives once considered lost. Together, these articles demonstrate how early detection and advanced treatments are transforming cancer care and fueling a more hopeful outlook for patients.

Submission deadline: 08/09/2024