20 Facts You Should Know About Immunotherapy Treatment

FACT #20:Our immune system consists of two branches, innate and adaptive, working together to defend against cancer and other threats.

The innate immune cells rapidly respond to common dangers, like infections or cancer, by recognizing signs of potential harm, such as foreign substances or misplaced genetic material. While these innate responses can offer initial control, they struggle to adapt to evolving threats like cancer.

Thankfully, once the innate cells raise the alarm, they activate adaptive immune cells, such as T cells. These adaptive cells execute highly precise responses against tumors, allowing our immune system to tailor its defense to specific threats like cancer.