This chapter explores the nature of cancer and how it can be seen as the body turning on itself. It discusses the body's immune system and DNA repair systems, as well as the processes within our bodies that constantly damage our DNA. The chapter also discusses how cancer cells evade the immune system and the potential of using anti-viral treatments to target cancer.
Why have we not found the cure for cancer yet? Neil deGrasse Tyson, Chuck Nice, and Gary O’Reilly explore paradigm shifts in cancer treatment, molecular biology, and a promising new cancer drug AOH1996 with City of Hope cancer researcher Dr. Linda Malkas.
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