immune system


Ice baths: The good, the bad, and the healthy

Discover the power of hormesis: The concept that exposure to low-level stressors can enhance resilience and overall health.

By DR. DALIT DREMAN-MEDINA/WALLA!
17/12/2023

The healthiest and most delicious tea for a nourished body

Warm up your body and heart with a simple yet nutritious tea during the cold season, or indulge in a comforting cup of "Golden Milk" for an extra boost.

By ORTAL BROBIN-CHEN/ WALLA!
30/11/2023

Avoiding detection: How cancers evolve to escape immune system responses

In a study by the Weizmann Institute of Science, researchers pulled out a previously unknown mechanism that allows cancer cells to slip by immune system defenses.

'Dangerous' allergenic foods should be allowed in schools, experts say

Israeli allergy and immunology specialists urge an end to banning foods that could cause food allergies from schools.

Why doesn’t a pregnant woman’s immune system kill her fetus in the womb?

The findings of a new study on maternal-fetal dynamics could lead to advancements in improving rates of preeclampsia and premature birth.

Could being infected with this virus lead to Multiple Sclerosis?

Multiple sclerosis is an inflammatory autoimmune disease in which the immune system attacks the sheath of nerve cell extensions.

By TAL FISHER/DAVIDSON INSTITUTE OF SCIENCE EDUCATION/WALLA!
27/07/2023
The secret to healing what ails you lies within your own DNA

Revolutionizing infectious disease treatment: A breakthrough in personalized medicine

A Tel Aviv University ‘breakthrough’ discovery could lead to personalized medicine for infectious diseases.

What is chronic inflammation and how can you prevent it?

Chronic inflammation has been linked to a variety of chronic illnesses, such as heart disease, diabetes, autoimmune disorders, and even certain types of cancer. 

By DR. DALIT DREMAN-MEDINA/WALLA!
23/06/2023

Immune systems can be weakened by space travel - what causes such an immune deificit? - study

The authors suggested that the change in gene expression of leukocytes under microgravity is triggered by a “fluid shift."

Pregnant women may have strong, variable immunity to COVID-19 - study

The study also found the pregnant women who were hospitalized with COVID-19 had higher levels of certain immune markers.

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