immunology
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Bacteria-Hunting Viruses Could Be Key to Defeating Stinky Armpits
The deodorant of the future might be possible thanks to viruses that hunt down stink-making bacteria. Scientists in Japan believe they’ve discovered a chemical weapon sourced from bacteriophages that can target a species of bacteria known for contributing to body odor emitted by our armpits. Our sweat starts out odorless, but when certain skin bacteria…
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Allergic to Eggs? Not These Eggs
Chicken eggs are one of the most common food allergens, especially among children. Many people outgrow their egg allergy, but for those who don’t, avoiding eggs and all of the products that contain them can be a lifetime challenge. Adding to the difficulty: Some vaccines are produced using chicken embryos and contain egg proteins as…
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Morning Might Be the Best Time to Avoid Pollen, Study Finds
As a rule of thumb, people with hay fever may want to avoid going outside after 2pm. A new study released this week found that pollen counts tend to be lowest during the morning hours and highest during mid-afternoon into the late evening.
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Mild COVID-19 Linked to Increased Inflammation in Cells Months Later, Study Finds
In new research out Monday, scientists say they’ve found evidence that our immune system appears more prone to inflammation and other metabolic changes in the aftermath of even a mild case of COVID-19. More research will be needed to understand how these changes could be linked to post-covid symptoms, however.