Scientists discover hidden “footprints of death” that may help viruses spread
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ScienceDailyScientists discover hidden “footprints of death” that may help viruses spreadsciencedaily.comScientists have uncovered a surprising new twist in what happens when cells die. As dying cells break apart, they leave behind tiny “footprints of death” packed with newly discovered particles that help guide the immune system to clean up the remains. But researchers found that influenza viruses can exploit this process, hiding inside these microscopic packages and potentially using them to spread to nearby cells.
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