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Developments in research to improve the treatment of patients with cancer.
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Comprehensive molecular diagnostics closer for more patients thanks to price reduction
Hartwig Medical Foundation reduces the price of its OncoAct Whole Genome Sequencing (WGS) service as of January 1, 2026. This …
New research shows a more significant role of genetic predisposition in adults with glioblastoma
A recent study published in npj Genomic Medicine shows that hereditary predisposition in adult glioblastoma patients is more common than …
Large-Scale UK study confirms clinical value of Whole Genome Sequencing in breast cancer
A recent publication in The Lancet Oncology (October 7, 2025) shows that Whole Genome Sequencing (WGS) is ready for large-scale …
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Listening, connecting, and building bridges to make more impact for patients with cancer
This is how Robert Jan Lamers describes his role as managing director of Hartwig Medical Foundation. For four months now, …
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Medicines Policy must be based on real world data
The recent decision by the National Health Care Institute to re-evaluate expensive cancer medicines in real-world practice is a logical …
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Cancer, a rare disease?
It may come as a surprise to many on this International Rare Disease Day (February 28), that a significant number …
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If the practitioner doesn’t know where the primary tumor is located, they cannot offer a targeted treatment plan, and nor can they give the patient an estimate of their life expectancy.