Medically reviewed by Amelia MacIntyre, DO Daily habits like limited sunlight, poor sleep timing, dehydration, and chronic ...

Scientists uncover the mechanism by which cells mark the protein cGAS for degradation, which is critical in preventing the immune system from mistakenly attacking the body's own tissues. A microscopic ...

In today’s fast-paced world, finding simple and effective ways to maintain our health is more important than ever. One such method, often overlooked, is the practice of stretching. Stretching your ...

In the following weeks, there will likely be an increase in respiratory illnesses such as influenza, COVID-19 and RSV. Now is an excellent time to strengthen your immune system to help combat those ...

There is a small organ sitting behind your breastbone, roughly the size of a walnut in adults, that most physicians have ...

Look in the mirror. Is one eye slightly higher than the other? Is your smile a bit lopsided? These tiny asymmetries might seem like nothing more than quirky physical traits, but they could be ...

Genetics heavily influence how human bodies respond to freezing water. Cold exposure may help lower inflammation and improve mood pathways. Specific genetic traits dictate who gets the biggest mental ...

Vaccines boost the immune system's ability to fight off diseases. Vaccines undergo rigorous testing to ensure safety and effectiveness. Widespread vaccination contributes to herd immunity, protecting ...

Kate Markey, MBBS, PhD, has discovered a link between the intestinal microbiome and developing chronic graft-versus-host ...

SALT LAKE CITY — A little-known potential side effect of measles called "immune amnesia" is getting attention amid the outbreak of the viral illness. As of March 6, the Centers for Disease Control and ...