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Cancer is the second leading cause of death worldwide, with its various forms resulting in nearly one out of every six mortalities each year. Because cancer is a complex and constantly evolving cellular disease, understanding it may seem difficult. This book, however, provides a comprehensive overview of human cancer that can be easily grasped by medical students, doctors, scientists, and laypeople alike. Explore the basics of this disease – from its causes, symptoms, and diagnosis to the variety of treatment options available – all expressed in clear, simple language and through informative illustrations. Knowledge is the best way to eliminate the mystery and fear surrounding the disease of cancer. Through this book, readers are given the power to make lifestyle adjustments to avoid the illness and stay healthy, or if already diagnosed, hope in the realization that curative therapies are available and constantly being improved through ongoing research. All FDA‐approved drugs including small molecules, peptides, monoclonal antibody, whole antibody, gene therapy, antibody–drug conjugation, cell therapy, and others are included with drug names and brand names, medical uses, and targets.