HBO Documentary Series, Vice, aired an episode on February 27th entitled, “Killing Cancer,” focusing on how different viruses are being used successfully as “weapons” to target cancer. The program focuses on 2013 ACGT Grantee Dr. John Bell, for his work with oncolytic viruses; ACGT Scientific Advisory Council member, Dr. Stephen Russell, for his work with the measles virus; and 2004 and 2008 ACGT Grantee and Scientific Advisory Council member Dr. Carl June, for his work with the HIV virus. Emily Whitehead, a young cancer patient who will be present at our 2015 April 14th Gala, is also prominently featured.
Watch the full episode of Vice Special Report: Killing Cancer