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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.

Scientists Made a CRISPR Breakthrough for Autoimmune Diseases

Promising CRISPR treatments using donor cells may revolutionize the management of autoimmune conditions for millions of Americans.

'We Never Dared to Think About the Cure'

Breakthroughs in CAR-T-cell therapy offer hope for lupus and autoimmune disease treatments, suggesting a potential shift towards remission and management.

Halsey's Upcoming Album Was Inspired by Lupus Diagnosis

Halsey dealing with autoimmune diseases and writing an album about it.

Daily briefing: Believe it or not, this lush green landscape is Antarctica

Antarctica is experiencing rapid greening, indicating imminent changes in its ecosystems.

What Does It Mean to Be Immunocompromised?

The number of immunocompromised individuals in the U.S. has increased from 3% to 7% since 2013, highlighting a growing public health concern.

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.

Scientists Made a CRISPR Breakthrough for Autoimmune Diseases

Promising CRISPR treatments using donor cells may revolutionize the management of autoimmune conditions for millions of Americans.

'We Never Dared to Think About the Cure'

Breakthroughs in CAR-T-cell therapy offer hope for lupus and autoimmune disease treatments, suggesting a potential shift towards remission and management.

Halsey's Upcoming Album Was Inspired by Lupus Diagnosis

Halsey dealing with autoimmune diseases and writing an album about it.

Daily briefing: Believe it or not, this lush green landscape is Antarctica

Antarctica is experiencing rapid greening, indicating imminent changes in its ecosystems.

What Does It Mean to Be Immunocompromised?

The number of immunocompromised individuals in the U.S. has increased from 3% to 7% since 2013, highlighting a growing public health concern.
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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

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.

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.

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.
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