In our latest Preview from the American Society of Hematology, we’re using the dragon’s fire as a metaphor to represent the power and precise nature targeted therapies can have in combating cancer.

Just like the precise and intense flame of a dragon, when done well targeted therapies can focus on specific molecular or genetic targets within cancer cells, aiming to destroy them with accuracy and efficiency.

The image of a dragon’s fire also evokes a sense of strength and force. Similarly, targeted therapies exhibit strength in their ability to attack cancer cells while minimising damage to healthy cells, unlike traditional therapies such as chemotherapy, which can affect both cancer and healthy cells.

Dragons are often perceived as relentless and persistent creatures. In the same way, targeted therapies persistently aim at specific vulnerabilities or markers present in cancer cells, continuously working to inhibit their growth or destroy them over time.

Dragons are often depicted as overcoming obstacles or adversaries. Targeted therapies may represent a novel approach addressing specific challenges within cancer cells, aiming to overcome them and impede the progression of the disease.

We’re not interested in me-toos though – what we really need are either established products going into earlier lines of treatment in order to have a bigger impact on a wider group of people with cancer or new targets to chase and open up new avenues and opportunities for oncology R&D pipelines.

In this preview, we offer a wide selection with a potent mixture of both elements to consider…

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