The immune system defends the body from invaders such as viruses, bacteria, and foreign bodies. Find out how it works, what can go wrong, and how to boost immune health.

Mitochondria have primarily been known as the energy-producing components of cells. But scientists are increasingly ...

Your immune system is like an incredibly sophisticated security team, constantly patrolling your body for threats and neutralizing them before they can cause harm. When it’s working properly ...

Researchers added virus-like features to mRNA vaccines. In mice, this vaccine caused stronger, longer-lasting immune responses.

Boost your immune system to prevent flu, colds, and other illnesses with yogurt, chicken noodle soup, and other delicious, everyday foods.

Worldwide, at least seven people have been "cured" of HIV—or at least have had long-term sustained remission. This means that ...

How your immune system really ages — research shows aging brings adaptation not decline and reveals ways to maintain immune strength.

The story behind the development of immune checkpoint inhibitors, fulfilling the promise of cancer immunotherapy ...

A research team at the University of Münster has investigated for the first time how the confrontation of bacteria with hosts ...