When your body fights off an infection, you develop a fever. If you have arthritis, your joints will hurt. If a bee stings your hand, your hand will swell up and become stiff. These are all manifestations of inflammation occurring in the body. We are two immunologists who study how the immune system reacts during […]
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You can assume it has something to do with the immune system, but does the average person actually know what constitutes an immunocompromised person? To get more informed, here’s a look at what immunocompromised means, as well as the most common immunodeficiency disorders…
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Your immune system plays an important role in protecting your body from harmful germs, substances, and cell changes that can make you sick. This is why you must take care of it. Follow along as we take a look at 11 everyday habits that may be suppressing your immune system.
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Raw, unsalted pecans can provide your body with plenty of nutrients crucial for your heart, immune system, brain, and more. Read on to learn more about this nut and how it can benefit you.
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Until recently, doctors haven’t even fully understood the purpose of having an appendix. But it turns out, your appendix may be more important than you think. Let’s take a look!
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Immune system supplements are vitamins and pills that claim to improve our immunity which will then, in theory, fight off illnesses or even prevent them from infecting us. But which ones should you take and do they work? Let’s find out!
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