New skin cancer drug can extend life

The video discusses a new drug for treating malignant melanoma, a severe form of skin cancer. A patient, initially given hours to live, showed remarkable improvement after taking the drug, Vimy Raffa. This drug targets a gene mutation present in about half of melanoma patients, extending their lives by approximately six months. Clinical trials have shown significant tumor reduction, marking a breakthrough in melanoma treatment. The video highlights the importance of personalized medicine, which targets specific gene faults, reducing unnecessary side effects and costs. The patient and his girlfriend are hopeful for a future together, despite the drug's effects being temporary.

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