Groups involving hundreds of researchers are working to discover and put to use new knowledge to benefit the cancer patients of today and tomorrow. Such studies have led to increased survival for childhood cancers, Hodgkin's disease, breast, uterine, testicular and bladder cancers, as well as others. These studies continue to play a key role in progress against cancer. Today, major scientific discoveries in the laboratory are part of a revolution in biology. New tools to unravel the process of cancer are leading to exciting new approaches against cancer.
Clinical trials continue to be the link between such basic research and patients.
The goal is to translate the best of that research into findings that directly help people. You may wish to check for additional information at your local library or bookstore and from support groups in your community. The Cancer Information Service , a program of the National Cancer Institute , is a nationwide telephone service for cancer patients and their families and friends, the public, and health care professionals. They also know about local resources and services. The American Cancer Society is a voluntary organization with a national office and local units all over the country.