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Here's today's feel-good story:
A new study from the University of Cambridge has found that cells that were thought to be dead or dying in breast milk are actually alive and well. These cells can also be helpful to discover breakthrough treatments for breast cancer.
The cells give clues to scientists about the early indicators of the disease and will help understand how breast tissue changes when women breastfeed.
“Breast tissue is dynamic, changing over time during puberty, pregnancy, breastfeeding, and aging," said Dr. Alecia-Jane Twigger, lead author of the new study.
“These living cells provide researchers with insight into a potential early indicator of future breast cancer development.”