Health
Immune study sheds light on vitamin D effects
Scientists have uncovered fresh insights into how vitamin D affects the immune system and might influence susceptibility to diseases such as multiple sclerosis.
Apr 15, 2019
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Autoimmune Diseases
Immunology
Researchers identify the target of immune attacks on liver cells in metabolic disorders
When fat accumulates in the liver, the immune system may assault the organ. A new study from Weill Cornell Medicine researchers identifies the molecule that trips these defenses, a discovery that helps to explain the dynamics ...
Aug 19, 2022
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Genetics
An immune cell 'fingerprint' reveals path for better treatment of autoimmune diseases
Most autoimmune diseases are easy to diagnose but hard to treat. A paper published today in Science proposes using your unique immune cell fingerprint to rapidly identify which treatments will work for your autoimmune disease.
Apr 7, 2022
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Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes
Researchers identify driver of inflammatory bowel disease
Researchers at UT Southwestern Medical Center have discovered an intracellular mechanism that converts protective intestinal cells into disease-driving pathogenic cells, a finding that could lead to improved treatments for ...
Sep 13, 2023
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Genetics
Eye color may indicate risk for serious skin conditions
Eye color may be an indicator of whether a person is high-risk for certain serious skin conditions. A study, led by the University of Colorado School of Medicine, shows people with blue eyes are less likely to have vitiligo. ...
May 6, 2012
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Immunology
Reprogramming immune cells to reduce inflammation, promote tissue repair
Macrophages are white blood cells that, depending on the signals they get from the immune system, become specialized in either increasing or decreasing inflammation. When macrophages are programmed to be pro-inflammatory, ...
Aug 24, 2020
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Oncology & Cancer
Genetic link found between the immune system and lymphoma
People who inherit genetic changes which alter the function of their immune system are at increased risk of developing Hodgkin lymphoma, a major new study reports.
Dec 1, 2017
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Inflammatory disorders
New pathway reveals how immune system is regulated, gives hope for chronic diseases
Researchers from the University of Birmingham have identified an important new way in which our immune systems are regulated, and hope that understanding it will help tackle the debilitating effects of type 1 diabetes, rheumatoid ...
Apr 20, 2015
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Genetics
X chromosome gene may explain why women are more prone to autoimmune diseases
A UCLA study revealed that a gene on the X chromosome may help explain why more women than men develop multiple sclerosis and other autoimmune diseases. Researchers found that a gene known as Kdm6a was expressed more in women's ...
Aug 20, 2019
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Immunology
'Worm pill' could ease autoimmune disease symptoms
(Medical Xpress)—Experts believe a molecule in parasitic worms could help explain why worm infections can effectively treat a range of autoimmune diseases, including multiple sclerosis, psoriasis, rheumatoid arthritis and ...
Aug 11, 2014
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