September 2024 Vol 17, No 4
Approximately 40% of American men and women will be diagnosed with cancer at some point in their lives,1 with the cost of cancer care in the United States projected to exceed $245 billion by 2030.2 Read More ›
By Colleen Hall
While the panel acknowledged there is a long way to go in terms of encouraging diverse patient populations to participate in clinical trials, they note that there is reason for hope. Before the draft guidance was even issued by the FDA in June, several industry sponsors had already partnered with health care professionals to boost clinical trial participation. Read More ›
Much progress has been made in the past 50 years since the signing of the National Cancer Act of 1971, which included the establishment of the President’s Cancer Panel. Nevertheless, there remain significant opportunities to make improvements across the cancer spectrum, perhaps none more pressing than in the realm of prevention and early detection. Read More ›
The Oncology Pharmacist is dedicated to providing comprehensive information aimed at eliminating health disparities and improving access to therapies for people from all populations, including racial and ethnic minorities; people with limited access to healthcare due to lack of financial resources; and people living in rural communities. Read More ›