The Argentine Chamber of Medicinal Specialties (CAEME) highlighted the multiple economic impacts of investment in pharmacological research, emphasizing that every dollar invested in this crucial area for ensuring the safety, efficacy, and quality of medicines generates benefits both for the healthcare system and for the economy in general. Baldini, a representative of CAEME, underscored the importance of this discipline and the value of innovations in cancer treatment.
Throughout history, there have been surgical treatments for cancer since the 17th century and the use of chemicals since the 18th century. However, the most significant advancements have taken place in the last 100 years, especially in the last 2-3 decades, thanks to pharmacological developments. Currently, cancer therapies are much more effective, specific, and less toxic due to increased knowledge about the molecular mechanisms of each type of cancer.
On the last World Cancer Day, CAEME highlighted the paradigm shift in addressing the disease, emphasizing better rates of early diagnosis, complete remissions, and prolongation of patients' survival. An era of advancements has been observed with more innovative therapies and the chronicization of various types of cancer that previously seemed impossible.
Various tools used in cancer treatment are mentioned, ranging from surgery to immunotherapy and targeted therapies. Pharmaceutical companies associated with CAEME have led the development of oncology treatments, presenting numerous clinical studies and actively participating in the research and development of new therapies.
New trends in cancer research are highlighted, including nanotechnology, therapeutic vaccines, artificial intelligence, gut microbiota, and more advanced diagnostic methods. Advancements continue toward personalized medicine and agnostic therapies that seek to treat cancer more effectively and specifically.
CAEME celebrates 100 years of history in Argentina, being a pioneer in Latin America. Clinical research and the development of innovative treatments have transformed the way cancer is addressed today, providing hope to patients and improving their life expectancy.
