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  1. What Is the Cause of Kawasaki Disease?

    The cause of Kawasaki disease is not fully known. Explore how a child’s unique biology and external factors may converge to trigger this inflammatory condition.

    By Marcela Ayala
  2. How to Fight Strep Throat: Treatment and Home Care

    Strep throat needs antibiotics to heal properly. Learn how to treat it, ease symptoms at home, and know when to seek urgent care.

    By Monica S. Hansen
  3. What Is Murine Typhus? Causes, Symptoms, and Prevention

    Gain comprehensive insight into Murine Typhus, covering its origins, health impacts, and crucial prevention methods.

    By Shannon Nowak
  4. Can Stress Cause Swollen Lymph Nodes?

    Explore the indirect link between stress and swollen lymph nodes. Understand how chronic stress impacts your immune system’s response to infection and inflammation.

    By Pamela R. Cho
  5. Developing Vaccines: From Antigens to Immune Response Mechanisms

    Explore the intricate process of vaccine development, focusing on the journey from antigen selection to eliciting effective immune responses.

    By Teresa Hart-Carter
  6. How to Treat Allergies at Home and With Medication

    From saline rinses to immunotherapy, here’s how to manage allergies effectively at home and with the right medications.

    By Camila Jimenez
  7. How to Tell the Difference Between Cold and Flu

    Colds and flu share some symptoms, but key differences like onset speed, fever, and fatigue can help you tell them apart and get the right care faster.

    By Brian Porter
  8. Gliotoxin: Immune Modulation and Detection Techniques

    Explore gliotoxin’s role in immune modulation and discover advanced techniques for its detection in various biological contexts.

    By Felix Brandt
  9. Is ITP an Autoimmune Disease? Symptoms and Causes

    ITP is an autoimmune condition where the immune system destroys platelets. Learn what causes it, who’s affected, and how it’s managed.

    By Olivia Morgan
  10. Plasmodium Ovale: The Parasite Behind Relapsing Malaria

    Explore the distinct biology of Plasmodium ovale, a malaria parasite that can cause relapses long after the initial illness due to dormant forms in the liver.

    By Imogen Simms
  11. What Are IFITM Proteins and How Do They Fight Viruses?

    Explore how IFITM proteins alter cell membranes to block viral entry, and understand their complex, sometimes paradoxical, role in immune defense.

    By Heather Baxter
  12. The NLRC4 Inflammasome: A Key Immune System Defender

    An overview of the NLRC4 inflammasome, a molecular machine that senses internal bacterial threats and orchestrates a dual immune response of inflammation and cell sacrifice.

    By Jeffrey Todd
  13. Is the Flu a Cold? Symptoms, Testing, and Treatment

    Flu and colds share some symptoms, but they differ in severity, treatment, and prevention. Here’s how to tell them apart and what to do about each.

    By Keisha K. Tolbert
  14. How to Treat the Flu at Home and Feel Better Fast

    Practical ways to manage flu symptoms at home, from rest and hydration to knowing when to call a doctor.

    By Keisha K. Tolbert