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Herpes shows promise in killing cancer - Cancer - MSNBC.com
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28 months, 3 weeks, 3 days, 6 hours agoA genetically engineered herpes virus, designed to kill cancer cells but leave normal tissue unharmed, has shown early promise in clinical tests, scientists said on Saturday.
The idea of injecting cancer patients with a live virus may seem bizarre, but researchers believe viruses — which are experts at killing cells — could one day become a valuable addition to the medical armory against cancer.
The latest progress in a small study using MediGene AG’s virus NV1020 was presented at the ann
Tags: Herpes
#1 - By nicole, 24 months, 1 week, 13 days, 4 hours ago.
herpes kill canser? oh, can't believe it. can
#2 - By herpesgirl, 22 months, 1 day, 5 hours ago.
there are over 65 million people in America with an incurable STD? These numbers are continuing to rise across the nation, and 20% of the population is now suffering from genital herpes.
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