People who consumed kimchi showed increased activity in antigen-presenting cells, which help the body recognize bacteria and viruses and alert other immune cells. Researchers also found healthier ...

Scientists have made a discovery that helps explain why humans and animals are so susceptible to contracting tuberculosis (TB)—and it involves the bacteria harnessing part of the immune system meant ...

An international research team has succeeded in deciphering a key mechanism that controls the growth of pancreatic cancers.

The cancer gene MYC camouflages tumours by suppressing alarm signals that normally activate the immune system. This finding from a new study offers a ...

Degrader of cancer protein IDO1 prevents cancer immune suppression by cancer and offers promising strategy to support ...

Some of our biggest threats can come in the tiniest forms-viruses and bacteria. Thankfully, we are born with a built-in defense system, our innate immune system that protects us in our youth but can ...

McGill University scientists have discovered that pregnancy may trigger a natural immunity to boost protection against severe flu infection. Contrary to the common belief that pregnancy increases ...

Among modern cancer therapies, immune checkpoint inhibitors (ICI) are among the most successful treatment methods. These ...

The immune system can work in two ways: the innate immune system reacts to any foreign invaders that are identified by immune cells that look for such pathogens; but the acquired or adaptive immune ...

A growing body of research suggests that what’s missing from the body may matter just as much as what viruses are circulating ...

A study led by scientists at the Centro Nacional de Investigaciones Carlos III (CNIC) demonstrates that stroke severity ...

A new study found that daylight boosts your immune system by helping infection-fighting cells (neutrophils) work more effectively during the day. Researchers found that your immune cells have their ...