A June 2007 meeting of immunologists in Crete focused on the intricate interconnections between the innate and adaptive immune systems and their implications for host defense against pathogens.

The first thing that comes to mind with the word trained immunity is the immunological training every immune cell acquired during the entire lifespan of an ...

“It can be a very peaceful, sometimes religious, sometimes cultural and sometimes social experience,” one researcher said.

You can support immunity by following healthy habits, like eating a balanced diet and getting quality sleep. Experts explain that “boosting” or strengthening this system isn’t quite accurate.

The innate immune system provides the first line of defense against pathogens through both physical barriers, such as ciliated mucosa, and the expression of several antimicrobial molecules ...

Question What effect do antiretrovirals have on the immune system? Can antivirals decrease the immune response? Response from Constance R. Uphold, PhD, ARNP, RN, CS HIV infection profoundly ...

Innate immunity is an immunological subsystem that comprises the cells and mechanisms that provide the first line of defence from infection in a non-specific manner. Innate immune responses are ...