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Bacteria found in tumors could prove a potent anticancer tool
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Powerful diagnostic approach uses light to detect virtually all forms of cancer
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Dormant cancer cells camouflage to resist radiotherapy
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A miniature robot for diagnosing lung cancer
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Nanoparticles that self-assemble inside cells to fight cancer
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In situ cancer vaccine captures antigens from tumors
A new in situ, personalized cancer vaccine captures molecules from growing tumors to activate the body’s immune cells against them.
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In a cohort of almost 700,000 people, scientists take a closer look at whether vitamins help in preventing cancer and heart disease.
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