A microscopic parasite that can live for decades in the human brain infects an estimated one-third of the world's population ...

In order to reprogram readily available cells into specific immune cells that fight various diseases, one must know the ...

Scientists have uncovered a hidden battle between a widespread brain parasite and the immune cells tasked with destroying it. A parasite that can quietly persist in the human brain is capable of ...

Scientists have made a discovery that helps explain why humans and animals are so susceptible to contracting tuberculosis(TB) ...

Researchers have shown that sleep enhances the migratory potential of T cells toward lymph nodes. Researchers at LMU Munich have shown that sleep enhances the migratory potential of T cells toward ...

A new study maps the immune cell landscape of bone marrow in patients with multiple myeloma, a rare cancer that develops in ...

An immunologist imagines the body’s defense system as a team of unique, quirky characters, showcasing their essential roles.

Key Takeaways Regular exercise can support your immune health by improving the circulation of important immune cells and by reducing chronic inflammation.Moderate, consistent physical activity offers ...

I am lying under a blanket, feeling rough, staring at a bowl of oranges. Every fibre of my being is urging me to devour the lot. I can hear my mum – and medical friends at university – insisting that ...

There are a number of foods that can help boost your immune system during the winter months, including oily fish, red meat and Brussels sprouts ...