20 Facts You Should Know About Immunotherapy Treatment

FACT #7:The immune system's memory allows it to "remember" cancer and provide long-term protection.

Our adaptive immune system is like a precision weapon, designed to target tumors effectively. However, cancer cells can sometimes evade the immune system's attack and go into hiding, leading to potential relapses in patients.

The good news is, once the immune system has crafted a response against a specific tumor, it doesn't forget. It remembers the cancer's identity, often for years. If the tumor reemerges, the immune system can swiftly launch a counterattack, thanks to memory T cells. These cells are key to providing long-term protection for cancer patients and are a significant area of focus in research to enhance immunotherapy strategies.