New insights into the mechanisms that cause more severe cases of schistosomiasis—a disease caused by parasitic worms and ...

A team from the Max Planck Research Group for Systems Immunology at the University of Würzburg has identified a previously ...

A strong immune system is the body’s frontline defense against infections, diseases, and environmental stressors. While ...

Apr. 10, 2025 — A team has identified a previously unknown phase of the immune response. The results challenge long-standing assumptions about the process called 'T-cell priming'. These new ...

General ways to support your immune system include focusing on plant-based foods and maintaining good hand hygiene, but it is important to note that these haven’t been shown to benefit psoriasis ...

Your immune system protects you, but sometimes it overreacts. Learn how to recognize the signs and regain balance.

New research zeroes in on a unique group of immune cells that could transform how we treat—and possibly prevent—severe food allergies like peanut and shellfish.

In an ever-changing world, maintaining a robust immune system has become paramount for overall health and well-being. It’s no ...

A major trial of a promising gene therapy for Duchenne muscular dystrophy has fallen short, but researchers say the lessons learned could pave the way for better, more effective treatments.

What do the Tinder dating app and our immune system have in common? They are both committed to swiping candidates to screen for the perfect match. However, instead of love, our immune system is ...

Scientists found that dormant viral genes can be reactivated in kidney cancer, prompting an immune response, offering new ...

Discover how allergies can cause swollen lymph nodes, and learn to distinguish between normal immune responses and warning signs that require medical attention.