Two New Groundbreaking Cancer Treatments

The video discusses recent advancements in cancer treatment, focusing on gene therapy for leukemia and the potential use of the Zika virus to treat brain cancer. Gene therapy, specifically CAR-T therapy, has shown promising results in treating acute lymphoblastic leukemia, with an 83% survival rate in clinical trials. The Zika virus, known for causing microcephaly, is being explored as a treatment for glioblastoma, a common brain cancer. Researchers found that Zika can target and kill glioblastoma stem cells while sparing healthy cells, offering hope for future treatments.

What potential does the Zika virus have in treating brain cancer?

What challenges do researchers face in using viruses for cancer treatment?