Immune System
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Special Cells Protect Tumors From Immune System
A particular type of cell that surrounds tumors may be preventing the body's naturally defenses, from wiping the cancer out, according to a new study in mice.
By Rachael Rettner Published
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Spaceflight May Compromise Immune System, Study Finds
A long journey in space may actually compromise the immune system and make astronauts more susceptible disease.
By Rachael Rettner Published
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Deceased Nobel Laureate Still Gets Prize
The Nobel Prize committee is not changing its decision to award the 2011 prize in medicine to a recipient that died days before the announcement.
By Live Science Staff Published
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Massages Boost the Immune SystemGetting a massage might boost your immune system
By Live Science Staff Published
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Preemies' Immune Systems Get a Boost from MassageGently massaging premature babies may boost their immune systems.
By Rachael Rettner Published
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Immune System Strength at Birth Linked to Quantity of Baby's ColdsResearch has linked immune system strength to how many colds a baby has in the first year of life.
By Live Science Staff Published
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Bittersweet News: Chocolate May Trigger AcneEating chocolate may cause changes in the immune system, which can aggravate acne.
By Rachael Rettner Published
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Protein 'Passports' Fool Immune System To Deliver Medical NanoparticlesTechnique could help prevent body from attacking helpful implants and treatments.
By Lauren Zumbach Published
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Mind-Control Parasites Hijack Immune System, TooImmune cells provide free rides for invading parasites.
By Stephanie Pappas Published
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