A new Review reveals how aging can push the immune system into a paradoxical state, weaker against threats yet more prone to attacking the body’s own tissues.

Recent immunology research has unveiled the complex relationship between vitamin D and immune system function. This vital nutrient is involved in the development and function of the immune system, ...

Genes inherited from the now-extinct Denisovans are actively playing a role in the immune system of some people from Oceania.

A first-in-human clinical trial of an immune rejuvenation therapy designed to restore the function of worn-out T cells is ...

Maybe we shouldn't be surprised that so-called "zombie cells" come with a catch. In response to severe damage, when cells can ...

Researchers hope that resetting these cells may help the immune system regain characteristics of healthier immune responses.

Researchers from National Taiwan University (NTU) and National Taiwan University Hospital (NTUH) have identified a promising ...

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, ...

Maintaining a healthy immune system is crucial for preventing and fighting off infections and diseases. We all want to stay ...

The immune system during pregnancy is not simply weaker or stronger. Instead, it becomes specially adapted to protect both the mother and the developing baby. This carefully balanced adjustment allows ...

Daily usage of a popular over-the-counter medication may compromise immune function while offering temporary pain relief, recent findings indicate. Millions reach for their medicine cabinet daily, ...

The gut-skin axis is a pathway through which the gastrointestinal (GI) microbiome can influence immune regulation, systemic ...