The disease attacks astrocytes, which are support cells in the brain and spinal cord. (Juan Gaertner/Science Photo Library)/) ...

A landmark study due to start in the coming months aims to test a method for rejuvenating our immune system in older age. The ...

We all know it's important to get our daily dose of veggies and fruit. But eating too much fruit in one day can actually ...

The research focused on macrophages, immune cells responsible for removing damaged and dead cells from the body.

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, ...

A psychiatrist says one common blood test may reveal whether inflammation is playing a role in depression—and what you can do ...

Researchers at Hospital for Special Surgery (HSS) have uncovered a critical link between the immune system in early life and ...

Maintaining a healthy immune system is crucial for preventing and fighting off infections and diseases. We all want to stay healthy and strong, and one way to achieve this is by eating a balanced ...

The condition's impact extends beyond pigmentation loss, with links to thyroid disorders, diabetes, mental health challenges ...

A preclinical study from researchers at The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, published today in Cell, details a ...

Peptide research has expanded dramatically as investigators continue to explore short amino acid chains that participate in intricate regulatory networks across biological system. Among these ...