Lets fight back by fundraising for research into cancer
Funds are donated to support ongoing biomedical research
Links to Research Organisations
Learn about research we would like to fundraise for
The Institute of Cancer Research
http://www.icr.ac.uk/research/new_research_highlights/index.shtml
The Experimental Cancer Medicine Centre
http://www.ecmcnetwork.org.uk/
Leukaemia & Lymphoma Research
http://leukaemialymphomaresearch.org.uk/research
Research Progress in the UK
​UK cancer survival rates in general have doubled over the last 40years, due to research and the development of earlier diagnostic techniques, as well as preventative measures. There are many forms of cancer with different causes and presentations, research into some forms of cancer has seen greater advances then others. Therefore funding for research is as important as ever, as researchers attempt to bridge gaps in our knowledge and speed up the rate at which research findings can be integrated into medical practice. By doing research there is the possibility of eventually eliminating a disease that creates fear and apprehension where ever it is mentioned. Ofcourse research is made possible by the kind and determined efforts of people who give their time to fundraise. So hopefully at Fight Back we can make this important work as rewarding as possible for everyone who would like to get involved.
UNDERSTANDING ENVIRONMENTAL RISKS
This disease is a complex one, with many factors (environmental and genetic) thought to play a role in an individual's susceptibility. Research has identified many environmental risk factors, all of which have received a great deal of publicity. We now know ways in which to prevent forms of cancer, including oral, uterine and skin cancer, with advice being disseminated through the NHS. Also we understand the effects of more general risk factors, such as smoking, and have access to advice about living healthily as an important preventative measure.
IDENTIFYING GENETIC RISK FACTORS
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Specific genes have been identified as increasing an individuals risk of developing cancer by very small amounts, however in combination with several other risk genes and environmental factors susceptibility can increase. This knowledge allows prevention by avoidance of environmental risk factors, and early diagnosis, many people thought to be more at risk can be identified and monitored. There is also potential to use our increasing knowledge of genetic risk factors to develop ever more personalised medical treatments. Patients respond differently to current treatments, so it is important to match a treatment with an individual's physiology. Knowledge of an individuals genetic make-up can be used to determine which treatments are likely to be the most effective for that individual. Earlier diagnosis and personalised treatment programs are likely to be highly beneficial for the success of both treatments and life long prevention.