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EPISODE · Feb 24, 2026 · 10 MIN

What's Radiation Therapy for Cancer Really Like? An Expert (And Patient) Explains

from ACSH Science Dispatch · host ACSH

On this episode of Science Dispatch, we take a look at the radiation oncology experience from the perspective of a patient (and radiation expert) who endured 28 mornings of this common but misunderstood therapy. What does the science say about efficacy and side effects? Perhaps more importantly, what can other patients expect from this experience?

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