Immune SystemFeb 19, 2026

Why Your Autoimmune Disease Gets Worse in Winter—And What Science Says About It

Seasonal changes in sunlight, temperature, and circadian rhythms trigger shifts in immune regulation, making autoimmune flares more common in winter.

Immune SystemFeb 17, 2026

Why People With Autoimmune Disease Face Hidden Risks During Disease Outbreaks

People with autoimmune conditions depend on low community virus levels for protection, but outbreaks can trigger disease flares and complicate treatment...

Immune SystemFeb 12, 2026

The Immune Cells That Could Predict IVF Success—What Doctors Are Learning

New research reveals that specific immune cells in the uterus may predict whether frozen embryo transfer will result in a successful pregnancy.

Immune SystemFeb 12, 2026

The Immune Cells Hiding in Your Lungs May Hold the Key to Preventing Fibrosis

Scientists are discovering that fibroblasts—tissue repair cells in your lungs—are secretly orchestrating immune responses that either heal damage or trigger dangerous scarring.

Immune SystemFeb 12, 2026

Scientists Find a Sustainable Source for a Key Vaccine Ingredient—And It Could Transform Global Vaccine Access

Researchers discovered a renewable plant variant that produces a powerful vaccine booster as effectively as the traditional source, but from young shrubs instead of mature trees.

Immune SystemFeb 11, 2026

Scientists Find a Hidden Immune 'Brake' That Stops Your Body From Attacking Itself

Researchers discovered a protein called TDRD3 that teaches immune cells to stop attacking healthy tissue—a finding that could transform autoimmune disease treatment.

Immune SystemFeb 10, 2026

Scientists Discover How Microscopic RNA Fragments Protect Against Autoimmune Disease

Researchers found that tiny RNA fragments just 1-3 bases long block immune overreaction, offering new hope for treating lupus and psoriasis.

Immune SystemFeb 11, 2026

The Immune Cells That Keep Autoimmune Disease and Allergies in Check—And Why They Sometimes Fail

Scientists are discovering that the same immune cells protect against both autoimmune diseases and allergies. Understanding why these cells malfunction could transform treatment for millions.

Immune SystemFeb 11, 2026

A Missing Immune Protein May Be Fueling Lupus and Gut Inflammation—Here's Why Scientists Are Paying Attention

Researchers discovered that a deficiency in SCARF1, a protein that clears cellular debris, triggers gut dysbiosis and lupus-like disease in mice—opening new avenues for understanding autoimmune flares.

Immune SystemFeb 10, 2026

Your Microbiome May Be Triggering Sarcoidosis—Here's What Scientists Are Learning

New research reveals that your gut and lung bacteria may play a hidden role in sarcoidosis, shifting treatment from broad immune suppression to restoring microbial balance.

Immune SystemFeb 10, 2026

Your Gut Bacteria May Hold the Secret to Heart Health—Here's What Scientists Found

New research reveals how probiotics reshape your gut microbiota to fight atherosclerosis, the leading cause of heart disease worldwide.

Immune SystemFeb 10, 2026

Why Some People Get Sick Over and Over: The Hidden Genetic Reason Behind Primary Immunodeficiencies

Genetic mutations can cripple your immune system from birth, causing relentless infections—but early diagnosis through genetic testing can be life-saving.

Immune SystemFeb 8, 2026

The Hidden Fuel Behind Rheumatoid Arthritis: How Your Cells' Energy Source Drives Joint Damage

Scientists discover that abnormal sugar metabolism in immune cells fuels rheumatoid arthritis inflammation—and blocking it could transform treatment.

Immune SystemFeb 9, 2026

Scientists Discover Why Lupus Patients Have Faulty Immune Defense Genes—And It Could Change Treatment

Researchers found that genes responsible for fighting infections are overactive in lupus patients, offering new clues for targeted therapies and disease prediction.

Immune SystemFeb 9, 2026

Heart Pump Devices May Quietly Damage Your Immune System Over Time

Long-term use of mechanical heart pumps weakens key immune cells, raising infection risks—new research reveals what happens after 3+ years.

Immune SystemFeb 9, 2026

How a Common Deworming Drug Is Rewiring Kids' Immune Systems to Fight Parasites Better

Regular doses of praziquantel don't just kill parasites—they train children's immune systems to resist reinfection and boost school performance.

Immune SystemFeb 8, 2026

Meet MZB1: The Immune Protein Scientists Say Could Transform How We Treat Autoimmune Disease

Researchers are zeroing in on a little-known immune protein called MZB1 that controls antibody production and inflammation—and it could be key to treating lupus, rheumatoid arthritis, and cancer.

Immune SystemJan 15, 2026

Inside the Lab Where Scientists Are Rewriting the Future of Immune Disease Treatment

A leading immunology research institute is hiring top scientists to tackle autoimmune diseases, cancer, and allergies using cutting-edge tools and collaborative approaches.

Immune SystemFeb 2, 2026

Tiny Cellular Messengers Could Be the Key to Understanding Autoimmune Diseases

Scientists discover extracellular vesicles—microscopic packages cells release—may hold crucial clues to why our immune systems attack healthy tissue.

Immune SystemFeb 4, 2026

Your Immune System's Secret Role in Sinus Problems—And Why It Matters More Than You Think

Your immune system acts as the 'decision-maker' for whether sinus exposures become quick colds or chronic inflammation—here's how it works.

Immune SystemFeb 2, 2026

Sharks May Hold the Key to Better Treatments for Autoimmune Diseases and Cancer

Scientists are harnessing shark antibodies to create powerful new therapies that could revolutionize treatment for autoimmune diseases, cancer, and hard-to-reach infections.

Immune SystemFeb 2, 2026

Your Immune System's Hidden Messengers: How Tiny RNA Molecules Are Revolutionizing Cancer Treatment

Scientists discover how non-coding RNA molecules act as master controllers of immune cell death, opening new pathways for cancer immunotherapy.

Immune SystemFeb 2, 2026

Your Tonsils May Be Triggering a Kidney Disease—Here's What Scientists Are Learning

New research reveals how tonsils produce faulty antibodies that can damage kidneys, offering fresh insights into IgA nephropathy treatment.

Immune SystemJan 30, 2026

Your Liver's Secret Immune Cells Are Failing Against Cancer—Here's What Scientists Found

A correction notice from Spanish researchers highlights important ongoing work on how liver cancer weakens immune defenses over time.

Immune SystemJan 30, 2026

Your Immune System's Hidden Role in Nerve Damage: What Scientists Just Discovered About Diabetes Complications

New research reveals how specific immune cells drive diabetic nerve damage by suppressing protective proteins—opening doors to targeted treatments.

Immune SystemJan 28, 2026

Why Some Rheumatoid Arthritis Patients Aren't Getting Better—Even With Today's Best Drugs

New research reveals tissue scarring blocks healing in up to 28% of rheumatoid arthritis patients who don't respond to standard treatments.

Immune SystemJan 28, 2026

Your Sex Hormones Shape How Your Immune System Fights Malaria—New Research Explains Why

New study reveals testosterone weakens liver immunity against malaria parasites, while females show stronger immune responses.

Immune SystemJan 27, 2026

Your Genes and Infections Are Rewriting Your Immune System—Here's How

New research reveals how infections permanently alter your immune system's genetic programming, creating lasting changes that affect your health.

Immune SystemJan 27, 2026

Cancer Doctors Are Getting Smarter: How Next-Generation Immunotherapy Is Changing the Game

Scientists are developing dual-target cancer treatments that attack tumors on multiple fronts simultaneously, overcoming resistance issues that plague current therapies.

Immune SystemJan 23, 2026

How One Immunologist's 40-Year Quest Is Reshaping Cancer, Autoimmune, and Vaccine Treatments

Dr. Jenny Ting's groundbreaking discoveries about immune sensors are transforming how we treat cancer, autoimmune diseases, and infections.

Immune SystemJan 23, 2026

Why Women Get Autoimmune Diseases More Often—And Why Your Sex Matters for Treatment

Women are nearly twice as likely to develop autoimmune diseases, driven by sex hormones, genetics, and immune differences—but treatment strategies rarely account for these biological gaps.

Immune SystemJan 21, 2026

Scientists Discover How Two Immune Cell Types Team Up to Trigger Type 1 Diabetes

New research reveals how T cells and natural killer cells work together through a specific protein pathway to attack insulin-producing cells.

Immune SystemJan 7, 2026

The Future of Fighting Viruses: How Scientists Are Creating Better Immune Cell Therapies

Researchers have developed a comprehensive testing platform that can predict which immune cell therapies will work best against viruses like Epstein-Barr.

Immune SystemJan 21, 2026

A Chemical at Work Is Triggering Serious Immune Reactions—Here's What You Need to Know

Trichloroethylene exposure causes a dangerous immune disorder that mimics drug allergies, with genetic risk factors and viral reactivation playing key roles.

Immune SystemJan 20, 2026

Why Your Skin's Autoimmune Diseases Keep Coming Back: Scientists Discover the Hidden Pattern

New research reveals autoimmune skin conditions like vitiligo and psoriasis follow a predictable pattern of flare-ups driven by immune memory cells.

Immune SystemJan 16, 2026

Your Immune System Has an 'Off Switch'—Scientists Just Found How to Flip It

Researchers discovered the molecular switch that controls whether your immune system attacks or protects—opening doors to new treatments for cancer and autoimmune diseases.

Immune SystemJan 19, 2026

When Your Immune System Turns Against Your Lungs: A Guide to Autoimmune Lung Disease

Autoimmune lung diseases affect millions when the immune system mistakenly attacks healthy lung tissue, causing inflammation and scarring.

Immune SystemJan 15, 2026

Your Eyes Have a Secret Shield—And Sometimes It Works Too Well

Your eyes have a unique immune privilege that protects them from attack—but when this system fails, vision-threatening autoimmune conditions can develop.

Immune SystemJan 15, 2026

When Your Immune System Attacks Your Lungs: What You Need to Know About Autoimmune Lung Disease

Your immune system can mistakenly attack lung tissue, causing inflammation and scarring. Here's what you need to know about autoimmune lung diseases and why early detection matters.

Immune SystemJan 17, 2026

Your Body's Immune System Is Listening to Your Joints—Here's What New Research Reveals

Advanced imaging techniques from cancer research are revealing how immune cells communicate spatially, while new diagnostic tools improve early detection of autoimmune joint diseases.

Immune SystemJan 16, 2026

Your Emotions Might Be Sabotaging Your Immune System—Here's Why Women Are Most Affected

New research reveals that suppressing emotions triggers chronic inflammation and weakens immunity, with women facing 75% of autoimmune diagnoses.

Immune SystemJan 14, 2026

Scientists Find Viral Traces in Blood That Could Finally Explain Long COVID

Researchers discovered COVID-19 protein fragments hidden in blood cells of long COVID patients, offering the first potential biomarker for the condition.

Immune SystemJan 13, 2026

A Blood Test That Could Transform Autoimmune Disease Care

New single-cell blood analysis could help doctors predict flares and treatment responses in autoimmune diseases like lupus and rheumatoid arthritis.

Immune SystemJan 8, 2026

A Nobel Prize Discovery Could Change Autoimmune Disease Forever—Here's What You Need to Know

Nobel laureates discovered the 'master switch' gene that controls immune system balance, paving the way for one-time treatments that could cure autoimmune diseases.

Immune SystemJan 7, 2026

Cancer Immunotherapy's Hidden Risk: Why Some Patients Develop Heart Inflammation

New research reveals why certain cancer immunotherapy combinations cause dangerous heart inflammation and identifies a potential treatment target.

Immune SystemJan 6, 2026

New Drug Shows Promise for Lupus Patients Tired of Steroid Side Effects

Breakthrough lupus treatment could help patients reduce steroid dependency while controlling autoimmune symptoms more effectively.

Immune SystemJan 2, 2026

Why Some Cancer Patients Don't Respond to Immunotherapy—And What Bacteria Have to Do With It

New research reveals bacteria inside tumors may be sabotaging cancer immunotherapy by weakening the immune response.

Immune SystemDec 23, 2025

A New Hope for Autoimmune Diseases: Scientists Learn to 'Reset' Overactive Immune Systems

Revolutionary treatments are reprogramming faulty immune systems instead of just suppressing them, offering hope for lupus, MS, and arthritis patients.

Immune SystemDec 17, 2025

Scientists Discover How to Reverse Age-Related Immune Decline—Using Your Liver

MIT researchers found a way to program liver cells to boost aging immune systems, doubling T-cell responses to vaccines in older mice.

Immune SystemJan 12, 2026

Scientists Discover How a Common Virus Triggers Lupus—And It Could Change Treatment Forever

Stanford researchers found that the Epstein-Barr virus, carried by 19 out of 20 Americans, acts as a key trigger in lupus development by hijacking immune cells.

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