Ageing Immune System May Explain Age-related Cancer Risk Increase (VIDEO)

University of Dundee

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Study published in Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences suggests ageing immune system plays a larger role in cancer incidence than previously thought. The findings may explain higher likelihood of men developing cancer than women. This epidemiological research could have major implications for global fight against cancer if borne out by further studies. Dr Thea Newman of the University of Dundee and Dr Sam Palmer of Heriot Watt University explain more.

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