Immune

Alzheimer’s Breakthrough: Immune Cells Unveil New Treatment Target

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Seattle, Washington – Researchers at the University of Washington have made a groundbreaking discovery in the study of Alzheimer’s disease, shedding light on how immune cells in the brain behave differently in individuals with the condition compared to those with healthy brains. In a study published in August, scientists found that microglia, a type of immune cell responsible for maintaining brain health by clearing waste and preserving normal function, exhibit a pre-inflammatory state more frequently …

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**Immune System Civil War: New ‘Switch’ Discovered to Deactivate Sensor of Foreign DNA**

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Lausanne, Switzerland – Our immune system plays a crucial role in distinguishing our body’s chemistry from that of foreign pathogens. However, when this system malfunctions, it can lead to a chaotic internal battle within our bodies. Researchers at the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology Lausanne have made a significant discovery regarding a key enzyme called cyclic GMP-AMP synthase (cGAS). This enzyme is responsible for detecting invading viruses by binding to foreign DNA in a cell’s …

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Smoking Immune Response Research Reveals Shocking Long-Term Effects

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PARIS, France – A new study has found that quitting smoking may improve the immune response but does not fully recover for years. The study, published in the journal Nature, revealed the long-lasting impact of smoking on the body’s immune system, leaving individuals vulnerable to a higher risk of disease and infection even after they have stopped smoking. The findings shed light on the detrimental effects of smoking on long-term immunity, urging smokers to consider …

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Vaccine Breakthrough: Research Shows Surprising Immune Response When Second Dose Given in Opposite Arms

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Portland, Oregon – A recent study conducted by researchers at the Oregon Health & Science University has discovered a potentially effective approach to boost the immune response to the covid-19 vaccine. The study suggests that receiving the vaccine in both arms, also known as a two-arm approach, could result in a slightly improved immune response compared to receiving both doses in the same arm. The study, which involved a relatively large sample size of nearly …

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