Common Mouth Bacteria Shows Potential to Kill Certain Cancers

New research reveals Fusobacterium can significantly reduce head and neck cancer cells, offering hope for improved treatments.

Researchers discovered that Fusobacterium, a bacteria found in the mouth, can kill head and neck cancer cells.
Patients with Fusobacterium in their cancer had a 65% lower risk of death compared to those without it.
The bacteria caused a 70-99% reduction in viable cancer cells during laboratory studies.
Previous studies linked Fusobacterium to bowel cancer progression, making these findings unexpected.
The study's results could lead to more personalized and effective treatments for head and neck cancer patients.