Widespread cold virus you've never heard of may play key role in bladder cancer

Live ScienceTuesday, December 9, 2025 at 7:15:00 PM
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Widespread cold virus you've never heard of may play key role in bladder cancer
  • Scientists have discovered that infections with the BK virus during childhood may trigger cancer
  • The implications of this research are significant as it suggests a link between a common childhood virus and the development of bladder cancer, potentially guiding future studies on cancer prevention and treatment strategies related to viral infections.
— via World Pulse Now AI Editorial System

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