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First 24 hours after viral infection are critical
August 19, 2026
HOKKAIDO, Japan, Aug. 19 -- Hokkaido University posted the following news release:

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First 24 hours after viral infection are critical

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Researchers have identified an early immune "checkpoint" that could help explain why the same virus can affect people so differently.

Age, genetics and lifestyle are known to influence how people respond to viral infections. Scientists also know that differences in immune responses p . . .

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