Infection-fighting cellular process 'a cause of childhood leukemia'
- OPACC
- Jan 14, 2014
- 1 min read
The American Cancer Society states that leukemia is the most common cancer in children and teens in the US, accounting for 1 in 3 cancers. Now, researchers have found that a cellular mechanism that fights off infection may contribute to the development of the disease in youngsters, opening doors for further research into treatment for the condition.
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