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Measles: The Cancer Killer?... from Incubation
Dec 19, 2024
Stephen Russell, a former Mayo Clinic researcher and CEO of Vyriad, reveals groundbreaking insights into the measles virus and its unexpected potential as a cancer treatment. Russell discusses how measles can induce immune responses that may aid in tumor remission. He also explores the concept of 'immune amnesia' caused by measles, shedding light on its complex interaction with other infections. The conversation highlights innovative approaches to using viruses as a therapeutic tool, offering hope for future cancer treatments.
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- Recent research shows measles can cause 'immune amnesia,' severely compromising the immune systems of previously infected individuals.
- Scientists are exploring modified measles viruses as targeted cancer treatments, demonstrating promising results against certain cancers.
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The Unexpected Long-Term Impact of Measles
Measles generates significant long-term effects that extend beyond the immediate health risks, particularly concerning childhood mortality rates. Research indicated that after the introduction of the measles vaccine, there was a notable decline in deaths from other infectious diseases among vaccinated children. This finding suggested that measles infections might harm the immune memory of children, leading to increased vulnerability to other pathogens. Consequently, scientists proposed that measles could indeed impair immune systems, resulting in a phenomenon termed 'immunological amnesia' where recovered measles patients lose essential immune defenses.
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