Women in Science | Cancer: The Emperor of All Maladies
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Women in Science | Cancer: The Emperor of All Maladies
Women have played central roles in researching and treating cancer. Explore the stories of Dr. Suzanne Cole, a leading cancer doctor, Dr. Mary-Claire King, who discovered the genetic mutation that causes breast cancer, and Dr. Lori Wilson, a surgical oncologist who was diagnosed with breast cancer herself. See Support Materials for discussion questions about palliative care, research challenges, and the struggles of being a doctor coping with her own cancer diagnosis.