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by Coalition of National Cancer Cooperative Groups If you are one of the 1.2 million Americans who will be diagnosed with cancer this year, you should have more hope than fear thanks to scientific advancements. A cancer clinical trial offers eligible patients the best available treatment and the opportunity to receive a new, potentially more effective therapy. In the past 20 years, many advancements have been made in cancer. Today, a majority of children with cancer can be cured. If found early, breast cancer can be effectively treated without removing the breast. Life-prolonging treatment after surgery is available for colorectal cancer, breast cancer and malignant melanoma, an aggressive type of skin cancer, and researchers now know there are methods to prevent certain types of cancer from developing. All of these advances were proven by clinical trials. Hundreds of trials are currently under way investigating preventive, diagnostic and treatment approaches. With the help of thousands of patients who participate in clinical research, they offer high-quality treatment and contribute to the development of even more effective cancer treatments for patients today and for generations to come. Discuss with your doctor whether a clinical trial might be right for you. For "10 Questions to Ask Your Doctor," a sample list of current trials and other valuable information, visit www.cancertrialshelp.org.
The Coalition of National Cancer Cooperative Groups is dedicated to improving the survival and quality of life of cancer patients through increased participation in cancer clinical trials.
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