Hollywood's portrayal of cancer in movies fuels misconceptions, new study finds

Hollywood's portrayal of cancer in movies fuels misconceptions, new study finds
PR Newswire; 1/17/24
... Researchers reviewed more than 100 films released between 2010-2020 and found several key findings about films' lasting impact on public perception of cancer treatment, prevention and care options. Key findings from the study include:

• With great power comes great responsibility.
• Inaccuracies about survivorship.
• Portrayl of treatment options.
• Palliative care and hospice - common treatment, uncommon in movies.
• Financial toxicity.