Drug is identified that could block the spread of melanoma

Wednesday, April 2, 2014 - 14:01 in Health & Medicine

Researchers have found a promising new route to slowing or even preventing melanoma cells from spreading within the body. Using a compound that targets a hormone receptor, the team found they could reduce tumors’ recruitment of blood vessels, a process necessary for metastasis. More »

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