Mar 5, 2025
President Jimmy Carter’s public battle with melanoma and his successful treatment with immunotherapy helped shape public perception and awareness of these groundbreaking treatments. Alicia Zhou, PhD, CEO, Cancer Research Institute, explores how his advocacy influenced research funding, policy changes, and clinical trial engagement. She discusses the rapid advancements in immunotherapy since Carter’s diagnosis in 2015, the remaining challenges in accessibility and efficacy, and the future directions that could revolutionize cancer care.
President Jimmy Carter’s public battle with melanoma and his successful treatment with immunotherapy helped shape public perception and awareness of these groundbreaking treatments. Alicia Zhou, PhD, CEO, Cancer Research Institute, explores how his advocacy influenced research funding, policy changes, and clinical trial engagement. She discusses the rapid advancements in immunotherapy since Carter’s diagnosis in 2015, the remaining challenges in accessibility and efficacy, and the future directions that could revolutionize cancer care.
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