Mebendazole has been used safely for more than four decades to treat parasitic worm infections in humans, but researchers have increasingly investigated whether the drug could also help fight certain cancers, including aggressive brain tumors. A US patent for a potential breakthrough cancer treatment is drawing renewed attention after declassified CIA documents revealed how scientists may have been close to a cure 60 years ago. The patent, published by Johns Hopkins University in 2021 and titled ‘Mebendazole Polymorph for Treatment and Prevention of Tumors,’ outlines how specific formulations of the drug mebendazole may be used to target cancer cells. Should the patent company be sued ?

