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Ellie James pushes for "Owain’s Law" to mandate UK tumor tissue preservation for cancer research and treatment.
Ellie James, widow of Owain James who died from brain cancer in 2024, is pushing for "Owain’s Law" to give UK patients legal rights over their tumor tissue after surgery.
Her husband’s treatment was limited because most of his tumor tissue was not frozen, restricting personalized vaccine production to just three doses instead of up to 30.
A similar issue affected another patient, Matt Collins, who received fewer vaccine doses due to improper tissue storage.
Advocates say consistent tissue preservation is vital for research and future therapies, while health officials note current clinical judgment balances diagnosis and research, cautioning that new laws could delay care.
The issue will be debated in Westminster Hall.
Ellie James presiona para que la "Ley de Owain" obligue a la preservación del tejido tumoral del Reino Unido para la investigación y el tratamiento del cáncer.