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Nature
2 weeks ago
OMG science

Found: the dial in the brain that controls the immune system

Scientists have identified brainstem cells that regulate the body's inflammatory response, potentially leading to new treatments for autoimmune diseases and other conditions. [ more ]
time.com
3 months ago
OMG science

Lupus and Other Autoimmune Diseases Strike Far More Women Than Men. Now There's a Clue Why

Women are more likely than men to get autoimmune diseases due to how the body handles females' extra X chromosome.
The X chromosome is involved in the development of autoimmune diseases in an unexpected way, which could lead to better detection and treatment methods. [ more ]
Inverse
3 months ago
Health

Why Are Women More Prone To Autoimmune Diseases? This Chromosome Could Hold the Secret

The X chromosome may be a risk factor for autoimmune diseases.
X chromosome inactivation may lead to the body creating antibodies that contribute to autoimmune diseases. [ more ]
www.bostonherald.com
5 months ago
Health

Many autoimmune disease patients struggle with diagnosis, costs, inattentive care

Many Americans suffer from autoimmune diseases such as Hashimoto's disease
Treatment for autoimmune diseases can be costly and ineffective for some patients [ more ]
www.bostonherald.com
5 months ago
Health

Many autoimmune disease patients struggle with diagnosis, costs, inattentive care

Many Americans suffer from autoimmune diseases such as Hashimoto's disease
Treatment for autoimmune diseases can be costly and ineffective for some patients [ more ]
www.bostonherald.com
5 months ago
Health

Many autoimmune disease patients struggle with diagnosis, costs, inattentive care

Many Americans suffer from autoimmune diseases such as Hashimoto's disease
Treatment for autoimmune diseases can be costly and ineffective for some patients [ more ]
www.scientificamerican.com
5 months ago
Health

Autoimmunity Has Reached Epidemic Levels. We Need Urgent Action to Address It

Autoimmune diseases affect more than 100 lifelong and costly illnesses.
There is an urgent need to understand and find effective ways to prevent, diagnose, treat, and cure autoimmune diseases. [ more ]
www.npr.org
6 months ago
Health

Autoimmune disease patients hit hurdles in diagnosis, costs and care

There are 80 different autoimmune diseases affecting up to 50 million Americans.
Finding effective treatment for autoimmune diseases can be frustrating and expensive. [ more ]
www.bostonherald.com
5 months ago
Medicine

Many autoimmune disease patients struggle with diagnosis, costs, inattentive care

Many Americans suffer from autoimmune diseases such as Hashimoto's disease
Treatment for autoimmune diseases can be costly and ineffective for some patients [ more ]
www.bostonherald.com
5 months ago
Public health

Many autoimmune disease patients struggle with diagnosis, costs, inattentive care

Many Americans suffer from autoimmune diseases such as Hashimoto's disease
Treatment for autoimmune diseases can be costly and ineffective for some patients [ more ]
www.bostonherald.com
5 months ago
Public health

Is Novavax, the latecomer COVID vaccine, worth the wait?

People with autoimmune diseases like arthritis are seeking out the Novavax COVID-19 vaccine due to potential side effects from mRNA vaccines.
Data suggests that people who received the Novavax vaccine had fewer temporary reactions compared to those who got mRNA boosters.
Biologists are also interested in Novavax due to its unique technology. [ more ]
www.bostonherald.com
5 months ago
Public health

Is Novavax, the latecomer COVID vaccine, worth the wait?

People with autoimmune diseases like arthritis are seeking out the Novavax COVID-19 vaccine due to potential side effects from mRNA vaccines.
Data suggests that people who received the Novavax vaccine had fewer temporary reactions compared to those who got mRNA boosters.
Biologists are also interested in Novavax due to its unique technology. [ more ]
www.npr.org
6 months ago
Health

Autoimmune disease patients hit hurdles in diagnosis, costs and care

There are 80 different autoimmune diseases affecting up to 50 million Americans.
Finding effective treatment for autoimmune diseases can be frustrating and expensive. [ more ]
Washington Post
3 months ago
Health

Scientists found a major clue why 4 of 5 autoimmune patients are women

Women are more likely to suffer from autoimmune diseases like lupus and rheumatoid arthritis due to a molecule called Xist.
Xist is found only in women and inactivates one of the X chromosomes, leading to a chemical response linked to autoimmune diseases. [ more ]
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