Today in Focus A golden age of cancer treatment?
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Jan 17, 2025 
Andrew Gregory, The Guardian’s health editor, discusses revolutionary technologies transforming cancer treatment. Abby Halls, a brave cervical cancer survivor in her 20s, shares her decade-long journey through innovative trials. They delve into the evolution of therapies from traditional methods to groundbreaking techniques like CAR T cell therapy and personalized vaccines. The conversation highlights the emotional struggles of chemotherapy and the critical need for early diagnosis, all while addressing the challenges of accessing these promising new treatments.
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Abby's Diagnosis
- Abby Halls experienced fatigue and lethargy in her 20s, leading to a cancer diagnosis.
- Initially, she felt shocked and believed she was too young for cervical cancer.
A New Trial
- Abby's mother encouraged her to join a trial exploring new cancer treatment methods.
- The trial tested a different order of existing treatments with astonishing results.
Cancer Treatment in the 1980s
- In the 1980s, cancer treatment involved surgery, chemotherapy, and radiotherapy.
- These methods were less precise and offered limited hope compared to modern treatments.