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Episode 6

6. What Is Immunotherapy?

Oct 23, 2025
19:27

Episode Description

We all know our immune system fights off colds, flu, and infections. But can it also fight cancer?

In this episode, Hajar explores the groundbreaking world of immunotherapy, from its early experiments in the 1890s to the most modern breakthroughs. Hear from doctors and researchers at Roswell Park as they explain how these treatments train the body’s own defenses to recognize and attack cancer, and what challenges and risks still remain.

Keep up with all things Smarter Than Cancer and let us know what you think of the show at https://www.roswellpark.org/smarterthancancer

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