🩸 To understand cancer, we first need to understand the system cancer hijacks: angiogenesis: the formation of new blood vessels. The word comes from the Greek angio (blood vessel) and genesis (creation). And while it’s often discussed in the context of disease, angiogenesis itself is not harmful. In fact, without it, life wouldn’t be possible. 🧬 During childhood and adolescence, angiogenesis expands the vast network of blood vessels needed for growth. 🩹 As adults, we rely on it only when need