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“This could help us better understand why cancer develops in cats and humans, how the world around us influences cancer risk, and potentially find new ways to prevent and treat it,” said Geoffrey Wood, of the Ontario Veterinary College in Canada.
Researchers are hoping a new approach to studying cancer will yield insights into the disease’s development in both animals and humans. The research, led by Geoffrey Wood at the Ontario Veterinary College in Canada, focuses on understanding how environmental factors contribute to cancer risk and identifying potential new prevention and treatment strategies.
Understanding the shared biological mechanisms between feline and human cancers is a key component of this research. This comparative approach is increasingly recognized as valuable in advancing medical knowledge, as it allows scientists to leverage similarities in disease processes across species. The findings could ultimately lead to more effective cancer therapies for both pets and people.
“This could help us better understand why cancer develops in cats and humans, how the world around us influences cancer risk, and potentially find new ways to prevent and treat it,” said Wood.
The study’s focus on environmental influences is particularly relevant given the growing body of evidence linking lifestyle and environmental exposures to cancer development. Further investigation into these connections is crucial for public health efforts aimed at reducing cancer incidence.
