Cold virus ‘hides’ and multiplies in tonsils and adenoids, even in people without symptoms
A new study has found that the virus responsible for the common cold can quietly persist in the…
immune system
‘Mystery gene’ matures the skeleton of the cell
“I’m a professional pin-in-a-haystack seeker,” geneticist Thijn Brummelkamp responds when asked why he excels at tracking down proteins…
Immune targets for chemotherapy-resistant breast cancers identified
Scientists have identified immune cell types that could be targeted to develop specific immunotherapies in chemotherapy-resistant breast cancers.…
Infants, young children finally get relief from eczema’s terrible itch, scratching
· More than half of children treated had at least a 75% reduction in signs of eczema and…
Exposure to air pollution in infancy alters gut microorganisms, may boost disease risk [Preventive Steps]
Exposure to air pollution in the first six months of life impacts a child’s inner world of gut…
Fish oil, vitamin D supplements during pregnancy lower risk of croup in babies
Babies and children under three years old are less likely to develop croup if their mothers took fish…
Air pollution is more dangerous for women than men: Study
The impact of breathing diesel exhaust fumes may be more severe for females than males, according to new…