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Prehistoric reptiles could help treat cancer

Al Jazeera · 13 days ago
Al Jazeera
Al Jazeera
13 days ago

Asian monitor lizards are a common sight in the Thai capital, Bangkok, thriving on the waste of a mega-city. Many Thais believe they bring bad luck, but scientists think they could be the key to unlocking new cancer treatments.

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  • Monitor lizards are common in Bangkok but are often considered pests. 19s
  • Thai scientists have found proteins in monitor lizard blood that may fight breast, skin, and liver cancer. 1m 34s
  • Researchers are interested in animals that survive in harsh, disease-filled environments. 1m 48s
  • Monitor lizards face threats from pollution and urban development in Bangkok. 2m 0s
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