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Immune Checkpoint Inhibitors

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Immune checkpoint inhibitors are a type of cancer treatment that helps the immune system recognize and attack cancer cells. They work by blocking proteins called checkpoints on immune cells, which can prevent the immune system from attacking cancer cells.

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