Research and new treatments
An in-depth look at the latest scientific findings and new methods of cancer treatment, with references to the original articles.
Chemotherapy or targeted therapy? Ask this before treatment starts
Before starting chemotherapy, ask whether your tumour has had a genetic test. In several common cancers, a targeted drug or immunotherapy is better than ordinary chemotherapy.
Late arrival costs lives: 5 steps to find cancer early in Iran
In Iran many cancers are found late. Five simple, well-proven steps, from checking a breast lump early to stool tests and the HPV vaccine, can reduce deaths from common cancers.
97,700 Cancer deaths in Iran in one year
Complete, on-time, uninterrupted treatment: a simple way to live longer
Delays in surgery and chemotherapy, breaks in radiotherapy and missed tablets are linked to lower survival. Start treatment on time, finish it without breaks and take your tablets every day.