What types of cancer treatments are available through the VHA?
Veterans enrolled in the VHA have access to a wide range of cancer treatments such as: - Surgery: to remove tumors or cancerous tissue. - Chemotherapy: using drugs to kill cancer cells. - Radiation Therapy: using high-energy radiation to destroy cancer cells. - Immunotherapy: boosting the body’s immune system to fight cancer. - Targeted Therapy: targeting specific genes or proteins to stop cancer growth. - Hormone Therapy: used for cancers like breast and prostate cancer that rely on hormones to grow.
