Why do diabetic wounds refuse to heal? A new scientific review highlights how disruptions in the timing and behavior of immune cells may hold the key to understanding this widespread medical challenge ...

It’s the body’s normal response to infection or injury — but chronic inflammation can lead to health issues. Here’s where inflammation can go wrong and tips for preventing it.

Researchers identify specific immune markers, like activated monocytes and cytokines, that drive cognitive decline after viral infections across various diseases.

A new human study has uncovered how the body naturally turns off inflammation. Researchers found that fat-derived molecules called epoxy-oxylipins rein in immune cells that can otherwise drive chronic ...

A naturally occurring protein in the human body could protect people from one of the world's biggest killers—sepsis. The ...

And what it might mean for your health.

Plus, how to up your intake.

Low stress hormones in infancy may drive eczema risk by allowing immune cells to overreact to common allergens.

Sunlight is nature’s vitamin D. Vitamin D plays a role in immune function, and adequate intake is important for regulating inflammation. “Early outdoor time with a dose of vitamin D can improve mood ...

Most of us go through the day without giving much thought to what's quietly happening inside our bodies. We grab a sandwich ...