6 Minute English A vaccine for cancer
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Feb 27, 2025 Breakthroughs in cancer research are igniting hope for a revolutionary vaccine. Discover how cancer cells cleverly dodge the immune system. Advances in immunotherapy are paving new paths in treatment. Learn how cancer vaccines could revolutionize care by specifically targeting malignant cells while sparing healthy ones. The discussion wraps up with a quiz on vaccination history and key vocabulary, enhancing your understanding of this vital topic.
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Cancer Overview
- Cancer is a disease where cells grow uncontrollably, forming tumors.
- These tumors can be benign (non-cancerous) or malignant (cancerous).
Vaccine Breakthrough
- Vaccines train the body's immune system to fight diseases.
- A breakthrough has occurred in developing mRNA vaccines for cancer.
Cancer's Evasion Tactics
- Cancer evades the immune system by disguising its cells as healthy.
- This "hijacking" of receptors allows cancer to suppress immune responses.