As the immune system weakens with age, scientists have found a way to restore some of its lost strength. By delivering mRNA ...

Researchers at MIT have unveiled a way to coax an aging immune system into acting young again, using the same kind of mRNA ...

A person’s menstrual cycle may affect their immune system’s response, causing fluctuations throughout the month. The menstrual cycle involves a series of changes in hormone levels and structures ...

Kimchi may do far more than add flavor to meals—it could help fine-tune the human immune system. A clinical study using advanced single-cell genetic analysis found that regular kimchi consumption ...

Although chemotherapy helps kill cancer cells, it can also affect healthy white blood cells, weakening the immune system. Eating nutritious foods, exercising, and avoiding illnesses are some ways to ...

Mitchondria may be "watchtowers" of the immune system, contributing to our defenses against germs. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works ...

Of course, the immune system’s job is to protect your body from all invaders that may be harmful, not just certain viruses: When functioning properly, it alerts your body to a wide range of potential ...

New research reveals that when gut bacteria closely resemble the myelin sheath that protects nerve fibers, the immune system can become confused and attack both — accelerating multiple sclerosis.

Chronic circadian disruption — such as night-shift work, irregular schedules, or frequent jet lag — accelerates the ...