Proton Therapy Myth Vs. Facts

Understanding The Facts About PROTON THERAPY

Proton therapy is a life-saving cancer treatment backed by decades of science and delivered by proven technology. Unfortunately, a lack o f awareness and understanding o f the latest research demonstrating the great value and effectiveness of proton therapy has allowed myths and misconceptions to persist.

The first proton therapy treatments for cancer were delivered in 1954. The United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved proton therapy for treatment of cancer in 1988. It has become the standard of care for many types of cancer.