Cancer is a widespread cause of death, but unfortunately &quot;cancer&quot; is a very broad category. Just because two illnesses are both classified as cancer doesn&#x27;t mean they&#x27;ll respond to the same drugs&#x2F;treatment. We&#x27;re finding a lot more success with tailored approaches than creating new drugs.<p>I think one of the most promising approaches to treatment is discussed here: <a href="http:&#x2F;&#x2F;www.ted.com&#x2F;talks&#x2F;jay_bradner_open_source_cancer_research" rel="nofollow">http:&#x2F;&#x2F;www.ted.com&#x2F;talks&#x2F;jay_bradner_open_source_cancer_rese...</a><p>I have a friend who works at American Cancer Society. I asked him the best place to donate to, and he said Livestrong Foundation. I don&#x27;t know his reasoning, but he&#x27;s brilliant and incredibly knowledgeable about cancer.