Immune System Disorders

An immune system is a system of biological structures and processes within an organism that protects against disease. In order to function properly, an immune system must detect a wide variety of agents, from viruses to parasitic worms, and distinguish them from the organism's own healthy tissue. A vaccine is a biological preparation that improves immunity to a particular disease.

Immune System Disorders Stories

WHO Experts Signal Victory Over One Of Three Polio Strains

The World Health Organization now recommends switching to a polio vaccine that only targets types 1 and 3, as type 2 has not been detected since 1999.
61% Of Religious Americans Think Changing Babies' Genes Goes Too Far

Most Americans believe changing a baby's DNA to improve intelligence is wrong, but only 50 percent feel the same when it comes to reducing risk of disease.
Doctors Are Dropping The Ball When It Comes To Encouraging HPV Vaccination

Doctors aren't recommending the HPV vaccination as effectively as they could be, a new survey finds.
Sleep Deprivation Reduces The Efficiency Of Stem Cell Transplant

Sleepy donors provided recipients with stem cells that just weren't up to par.
Why Standard Flu Shots Aren't Enough For The Elderly

Flu season is upon us, but the standard vaccine may not be enough to keep everyone out of the hospital, finds a new study.
67 People Stuck With Reused Syringes Following Flu Shot Snafu

A nurse gave 67 people flu shots with reused syringes, according to NJ health officials.
Sleep Is Important For Your Immune System's Memories

Deep sleep may be necessary to strengthen our immunological “memories” of viruses and bacteria and help our bodies recognize new infections.
What If Living In A Crowded House Was All It Took To Prevent Cancer?

Living in an overcrowded household may protect children and young adults from developing the most common subtype of Hodgkin lymphoma: study.
A Blood Test May Reveal Teens At Risk For Heart Disease

Obese teens, particularly African-American girls, show signs of immune system changes that lead to heart disease; a blood test can reveal these changes.
Donald Trump Says Vaccines Caused An 'Autism Epidemic' — He's Wrong

On Wednesday night's Republican debate, Trump tried on the hat of doctor, saying we need to change the way we vaccinate our kids.
Our World's Supply Of Snakebite Anti-Venom Is About To Run Out

The temporary absence of one of the most effective antidotes for snakebites “will translate into countless deaths,” warns Doctors Without Borders.
What Your House Dust Says About You

The dust buildup in your home can say a lot about you, from where you live to your gender.

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