What are Some Key Evidence-Based Interventions in Cancer Care?
Screening Programs: Regular screening for cancers like breast, colorectal, and cervical cancer has been shown to reduce mortality through early detection and treatment. Adjuvant Therapy: The use of additional treatment (e.g., chemotherapy, radiation) after primary surgery to eliminate residual cancer cells and reduce recurrence risk. Targeted Therapy: Drugs designed to target specific genetic mutations or pathways involved in cancer growth, such as HER2 inhibitors in breast cancer. Immunotherapy: Treatments that enhance the body's immune response to cancer, such as checkpoint inhibitors, have shown significant promise in cancers like melanoma and lung cancer.
