An innovative gene-editing strategy could establish a new way for the body to manufacture therapeutic proteins—including certain kinds of highly potent antibodies that are naturally difficult to ...

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, ...

Eating fruits, vegetables, lean proteins, and healthy fats can boost your immune system. Regular exercise can help regulate and boost immune function but don't overdo it. Getting enough sleep each ...

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 immune system is your body's frontline defense against infections, inflammation, and everyday stressors. While no single food or supplement can guarantee immunity from illness, a nutrient-rich ...

Tuberculosis, caused by the bacterium Mycobacterium tuberculosis (Mtb) kills upwards of 1.6 million people a year, making it one of the leading causes of death by an infectious agent worldwide -- and ...