A new way to prevent cancer? That Cancer Conversation Season 4: Ep.6

This entry is part 36 of 36 in the series That Cancer Conversation

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Dr Nisha Duggan and Dr Claire Bromley in the studio.

In this episode of That Cancer Conversation, we’re joined by Cancer Research UK science expert Dr Claire Bromley to explore the future of cancer prevention. We dive into the surprising clues hidden in the animal kingdom, the mystery of human “super avoiders,” and the cutting-edge research that could make cancer prevention more targeted and personalised than ever before.

From elephants and naked mole rats to innovative vaccines and the gut microbiome, this episode delves into the fascinating science shaping a new era of prevention.

What you’ll learn in this episode:

What precision prevention actually means and how researchers are looking for cancer’s earliest biological warning signs

How animals resist cancer, including the secrets of elephants, bowhead whales, naked mole rats and other species with remarkable natural protection

The mystery of human “super avoiders”, and the team mapping the antibodies that may help protect some people from developing cancer

The rise of cancer vaccines for people at higher risk, including projects like LungVax and OvarianVax

The role of the microbiome, and how trillions of microbes in our gut may influence cancer risk as we age

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