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“Immune System”

May 7, 2013 11:49 AM ET // Sheila M. Eldred
A baby's immune system could get a boost when the binkie gets a lick from parents. Continue reading →
Nov 10, 2011 01:48 PM ET // Marianne English
Want fresh air? Better just open a window. Some air fresheners are shown to cause eye and throat irritation, headaches and dizziness.
Sep 18, 2011 05:34 PM ET // Marianne English
People who recently felt ill are primed to notice and avoid others who appear sick around them, according to a new study.
Aug 10, 2012 04:11 PM ET // Tim Wall
The plague, black death, gonorrhea and other diseases may seem like ancient history, but they still pose major health threats.
Jun 13, 2012 12:59 PM ET // Trace Dominguez
Aimee Copeland's flesh-eating disease caused her to lose much of her body, but she's beginning to improve.
Jan 5, 2012 02:53 PM ET // Trace Dominguez
The amount of mucus you get when you're sick can be frightening, but it's purpose is to help. Here's a look at how it works.
Sep 14, 2011 03:16 PM ET // Tim Wall
A genetically modified form of the HIV virus is used to re-program cancer patients' immune systems.
Nov 9, 2012 09:49 AM ET // The DNews Editors
Doctors report they're seeing more cases of neurological damage from what may be a new, nastier strain of the West Nile virus.
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