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Cancer uses antioxidants to disarm the immune system, scientists discover

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ScienceDaily FIRST 15h ago Cancer uses antioxidants to disarm the immune system, scientists discover
Scientists have discovered that tumors release natural antioxidants to shut down the immune cells responsible for destroying cancer, exploiting a surprising weakness in the body's defenses. Blocking this mechanism in mice restored immune activity and improved immunotherapy responses, potentially opening a new path toward more effective cancer treatments.