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To fight off viral and bacterial invaders, immune cells known as lymphocytes generate antibodies that specifically recognize ...

Millions of Americans live with immune issues and depend on herd immunity to protect them from contagious diseases like ...

WEHI scientists have uncovered a promising new way to enhance the effectiveness of vaccines by tapping into the potential of ...

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“Think of it like putting up your umbrella right before walking into the rain, rather than waiting until you're already ...

Most vaccines -- and boosters -- are injected directly into muscle tissue, usually in the upper arm, to kickstart the body's immune system in the fight against disease. But for respiratory diseases ...

As interest grows in both microbiome research and personalized medicine, understanding these microbe-host interactions could reshape the way we think about sun protection, immune diseases, skin cancer ...

In type 1 diabetes, the body’s own immune system turns against the pancreas. Cells meant to protect you start destroying ...

Scientists have uncovered a promising new way to enhance the effectiveness of vaccines by tapping into the potential of a specific type of immune cell, opening the door to long-lasting vaccines for ...

Despite their outstanding success, vaccines often rely on antibodies for immune protection. These naturally fade over time, necessitating the need for boosters to ensure enhanced immunity – like ...