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Cancer-fighting chewing gum cuts HPV levels by up to 93% - ScienceDaily

Published by Science Daily 4 August 2026 at 16:35
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Cancer-fighting chewing gum cuts HPV levels by up to 93% - ScienceDaily
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A specially engineered chewing gum reduced HPV by up to 93% and nearly eliminated two bacteria linked to head and neck cancer. The treatment preserved beneficial mouth bacteria, raising hopes for a safer and more affordable therapy.

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