#immune system

What we eat can either increase or decrease inflammation in the body.

A growing field of research suggests that the coronavirus unhinges the immune system more profoundly than previously realized.

Long-lived memory immune cells continue to provide protection even after antibody levels drop.

Researchers hope to combine gene editing with a less toxic stem cell transplant. Findings may apply to cancer and other illnesses.

There is a broad community of immunosuppressed residents who long ago adopted the habits public officials now tout to avoid contagion.

Experts say treatment decisions should depend on the individual and factors such as cancer stage.

One link between coronaviruses (COVID-19) and the HIV drug Kaletra dates back to the 2003 outbreak of SARS.

The longer that initially beneficial inflammation persists in our bodies, the greater our risk for health issues.

Researchers have developed a new gene therapy approach for children with severe combined immunodeficiency.

Researchers hope to develop a vaccine for humans after successfully immunizing mice against blood clots for several months.

This extreme infection is the No. 1 cause of death in U.S. hospitals.

Nourishing foods can improve health outcomes for people living with HIV.

But poor nutrition at mealtimes can make this natural healing response go haywire and lead to type 2 diabetes.

Meet one childhood cancer survivor and his mom who are eager to share their stories of hope and courage.

Although testosterone makes men much stronger physically than women, producing large amounts of the male hormone also has drawbacks.