Tag: tumor
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UCLA study finds why some cancers stop responding to immunotherapy
Researchers have for the first time identified mechanisms that enable advanced melanoma to become resistant to a new class of drugs, known as immunotherapies, which work by enlisting the body’s own immune system to fight the disease. “This will help us to better design the next generation of treatment,” said Dr Antoni Ribas, director of…
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Peru declares Zika emergency across half of country
Lima (AFP) – Peruvian officials on Wednesday declared a Zika health emergency across the northern half of their country after confirming that 102 people have been infected with the virus.