New therapeutic agent entering Phase 1 trials that has been reported to block a protein (common in many cancers) responsible for tumour growth. Best to wait for results before assigning the “holy grail” designation noted in some reports.

Dr. Barry Dworkin

Medical Mythbusting Commentary for August 8, 2023

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Source:
Cancer-killing pill that annihilates tumours hailed as ‘holy grail’ breakthrough

Reference:
Small molecule targeting of transcription-replication conflict for selective chemotherapy

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