Judy Garber, ASCO 2019 – Progress and challenges in clinical cancer genetics

Dr Isabel T Rubio, Co-Chair of the European Cancer Organisation Primary Prevention Network, joins us to discuss outcomes of this year’s European Cancer Summit and the resolutions to improve screening and early detection of cancer across Europe. Questions How do you expect the cancer burden in Europe to change in the coming years, and is […]

Following her Award Lecture, ‘Progress and Challenges in Clinical Cancer Genetics’, Judy Garber further discusses this topic at the ASCO 2019 annual meeting. The progress made in genetic testing and the benefits/challenges that remain are covered. Questions 1. What progress has been made in genetic testing for cancer susceptibility among individuals at high genetic risk, […]

Dr Wadie Bahou answers our questions about the role of platelets in tumor biology and metastasis and the significance and usefulness of platelet-related biomarkers in the detection and monitoring of hematologic and oncologic diseases. Questions: 1. What is the role of platelets in tumor biology and metastasis? (0:10) 2. Which platelet-related biomarkers have proven useful […]