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Bacteria-killing viruses redirect vaccine immunity to destroy cancer

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Phages—viruses that infect bacteria—can be genetically engineered to redirect existing vaccine-acquired immunity to attack and destroy cancer cells.

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Research describes a potential application; clinical trials would be needed to establish efficacy in patients.

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