The immune system is the frontline protection against infection, continually searching for and destroying unknown pathogens.

During the recent Covid-19 pandemic, the rate of serious illness and death was jarringly high in older populations. Why? Weakening immune systems — as we age, we become more vulnerable to infections, ...

Researchers from The University of Osaka have discovered a new class of antibodies, called iTabs, that naturally suppress ...

Men and women experience immune aging differently, affecting disease risks. New data-driven research identifies key ...

Your immune system could weigh 1 to 1.2 kilograms and contain 1.8 trillion cells. “The immune system is a complex system comprising many different cell types with essential functions,” says Ron Milo ...

Getting a flu shot, washing your hands frequently, and keeping distance between you and those who are sick can help you stay healthier this winter. But there’s another way to bolster your immune ...

A person’s menstrual cycle may affect their immune system’s response, causing fluctuations throughout the month. The menstrual cycle involves a series of changes in hormone levels and structures ...

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 ...

Your body often speaks in quiet tones—fatigue and bloating can hint at an underlying immune imbalance that starts in the gut.