Introduction Antibodies are essential components of our immune system. It plays a crucial role in protecting our body against harmful pathogens like viruses, bacteria, and toxins. They recognize and neutralize foreign invaders, marking them for destruction by other immune cells. This precise targeting ability has made antibodies vital not only in immune responses but also […]

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While many people can indulge in their favourite foods without concerns, others risk developing food anaphylaxis – a life-threatening allergic reaction. Knowing how you might react to food allergens can save your life. The difference between treating hives with Benadryl and carrying an EpiPen is literally life and death. Right now, most parents of children with allergies, […]

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For decades, myalgic encephalomyelitis/chronic fatigue syndrome (ME/CFS) has had doctors and scientists stumped. As a result, unhelpful myths have developed around this condition. However, a recent discovery by researchers at the United States National Institute for Health (NIH) may, finally, have shed some light on the biology of ME/CFS.  What Is ME/CFS ME/CFS is a […]

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Our body’s natural disease and infection-fighting resources make up our immune system. These defence mechanisms involve special types of cells and bodily substances that work together to keep us healthy.  Our immune system protects us from dangerous organisms called pathogens by recognizing and removing them. Some common pathogens include viruses and bacteria.1 The immune system […]

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As the name implies, “thunderstorm asthma” refers to asthma attacks that occur during or after a thunderstorm.1,2 These attacks can be fatal if not managed.  In regions with high numbers of thunderstorms, there can be increases of the attacks that put a strain on local hospitals. One example is the thunderstorm asthma attacks that occurred […]

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Scientists are continuing to work towards understanding the long-lasting consequences of SARS-CoV-2 infection. Using artificial intelligence, a team of researchers found that multisystem inflammatory syndrome (MIS-C), a post-COVID condition, induces the same immune response as Kawasaki Disease (KD) and SARS-CoV-2 infection.1  However, MIS-C is characterized by a more severe immune response than KD. Researchers hope […]

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Eczema, also referred to as atopic dermatitis, is an inflammatory skin disorder. It is chronic, meaning it affects individuals throughout their lifetimes, and common – affecting around 1 in 10 people in some populations.1 Eczema may come and go. It also varies in severity between individuals. It affects adults, children, and infants – but what […]

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Taking supplements of vitamin D and omega-3 have been the subject of research studies looking at potential treatments for autoimmune diseases – such as arthritis. However, a recent study investigated the effects of vitamin D and omega-3 supplements on the risk of developing autoimmune diseases – to see if these supplements may be able to […]

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