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“We found that place of birth was particularly significant, which suggests that an infection in the mother while she is carrying her baby, or in a child's early years, could be a trigger factor for the cancer.”
Dr Richard McNally
“Infections could be a trigger for the onset of the cancer in a limited number of susceptible individuals, those with a genetic predisposition.”
“Future research should try to identify specific infections which could potentially be a trigger. If these are found, it could lead to future preventative measures.”
“The virus would hit this mutant cell and cause a second mutation, prompting the onset of cancers like leukemia or brain tumors.”
