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SF scientists crack case of severe illness that put children 'on death's door' after COVID

Researchers have discovered and named Multi-System Inflammatory Syndrome in Children (MIS-C) after identifying the mysterious severe illness connected to SARS-CoV-2 infections.

Innovative cancer therapies offer new hope

New cancer treatments using immune system, theranostics, and AI are rapidly evolving to combat the disease effectively.

Scientists uncover previously unknown blood type after 50-year mystery

Identification of 'Mal' protein enables doctors to better manage blood transfusions for patients with severe immune reactions.

Discovery could save hundreds of lives by addressing issues with rare blood transfusion reactions.

Antibodies Could Soon Help Slow the Aging Process

Antibodies can be harnessed as a precise and effective tool for medical applications, especially in targeting diseases and age-related issues.

What Causes Dangerous Inflammation in Children With Covid?

Covid-19 can trigger an autoimmune reaction in some children leading to MIS-C.

Why Do Mental Health Conditions Lead to More Severe Covid?

Mental illness significantly increases the risk of severe Covid outcomes, akin to other known health risks.

Severe or unmanaged mental health conditions present the greatest risk during Covid.

SF scientists crack case of severe illness that put children 'on death's door' after COVID

Researchers have discovered and named Multi-System Inflammatory Syndrome in Children (MIS-C) after identifying the mysterious severe illness connected to SARS-CoV-2 infections.

Innovative cancer therapies offer new hope

New cancer treatments using immune system, theranostics, and AI are rapidly evolving to combat the disease effectively.

Scientists uncover previously unknown blood type after 50-year mystery

Identification of 'Mal' protein enables doctors to better manage blood transfusions for patients with severe immune reactions.

Discovery could save hundreds of lives by addressing issues with rare blood transfusion reactions.

Antibodies Could Soon Help Slow the Aging Process

Antibodies can be harnessed as a precise and effective tool for medical applications, especially in targeting diseases and age-related issues.

What Causes Dangerous Inflammation in Children With Covid?

Covid-19 can trigger an autoimmune reaction in some children leading to MIS-C.

Why Do Mental Health Conditions Lead to More Severe Covid?

Mental illness significantly increases the risk of severe Covid outcomes, akin to other known health risks.

Severe or unmanaged mental health conditions present the greatest risk during Covid.

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Stanford researchers think future pandemics could be prevented with universal vaccines

Researchers at Stanford University believe it's possible to prevent the next worldwide pandemic before it starts.

They have found that ramping up the innate immune system can provide broad protection against various viruses, including those we've never been exposed to.

How to cope better after a rough night's sleep

Lack of sleep affects various aspects of our day-to-day life, including cognitive function, mood, and immune system.

Chronic sleep deprivation increases the risk of developing health problems such as cardiovascular disease and mental health disorders.

7 ways drinking alcohol wreaks havoc on your gut health

Alcohol can negatively impact gut health, leading to weight gain, increased risk of diseases, and immune system vulnerabilities.