“Immunotherapy is the way forward” - Camilla’s story 11 Jul 2023 Camilla Keeling was a month away from celebrating her 61st birthday when she was diagnosed with skin cancer. After having it removed, she thought she was in the clear but not long after, she found out it had spread to her lungs, and later, her brain and bowel. She is now receiving immunotherapy which has seen her tumours shrink and given her renewed hope. Here is her story. Find out more Show/Hide
What is discovery science? 13 Jul 2022 When cancer research hits the headlines, it’s often clinical trial results or a potential new test or treatment for patients. However, these breakthroughs would never be possible without earlier fundamental discoveries by scientists in the lab. Hannah Taylor Lewis takes a look at the role of discovery science in cancer research. Find out more Show/Hide
“We don’t know how much time we’ve got left together” – Sally’s melanoma story 17 Aug 2020 Scientists at The Institute of Cancer Research have helped discover and develop many targeted treatments that are enabling cancer patients to live longer and with a better quality of life. Sally Steadman-South explains what these research advances have meant for her and her family, and why she needs this work to continue. Find out more Show/Hide
Melanoma Awareness Month 2019: A personal look behind the scenes of our melanoma research 28 May 2019