Is this vaccine a cure for cancer?

No. It's an emerging treatment option, currently used alongside a broader, physician-guided treatment plan — mainly for patients who've already tried standard therapy. Early results are promising but based on small patient numbers.

What is EBV and how do I know if I have an EBV-related cancer?

Epstein-Barr virus is extremely common and usually harmless. Whether a specific cancer is "EBV-positive" is determined through lab testing of tumor tissue — it's not something you can tell from symptoms alone. Ask your oncologist whether EBV testing applies to your diagnosis.

Can I get this treatment outside China?

Not currently. WGc-043 is only available at its originating hospital inside the Boao Lecheng pilot zone in Hainan, China, under China's early-access regulatory framework.

How much does it cost?

Pricing is government price-filed for the vaccine itself, with the total cost depending on how many sessions are recommended and what diagnostic workup is needed. Get a written cost breakdown from the hospital or your coordinator before making a decision.

How is this different from CAR-T therapy?

CAR-T involves removing and re-engineering a patient's own immune cells in a lab before reinfusing them — a complex, individualized process. This vaccine is a simple injection that trains the immune system in place, without cell collection or engineering, making it faster and less invasive, though the two approaches aren't direct substitutes for each other.

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