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Scientists have uncovered a mechanism for reinvigorating the immune system to stop it from flagging when it’s fighting ...

Real-time imaging shows that bacterial resilience to antibiotics is not caused by a few ‘persisters’, but is a ...

If you often find yourself battling yet another urinary tract infection (UTI), you must know that the infection may probably ...

You cannot get Lyme disease if you come into contact with someone’s sneeze, cough, or blood. Learn when it is contagious and ...

Scratching isn’t just a bad habit — it’s an immune defense mechanism. While it fuels inflammation, it also helps fight ...

New research uncovers the dual nature of scratching an itch; although it can worsen skin inflammation, it can also boost ...

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