(The Conversation is an independent and nonprofit source of news, analysis and commentary from academic experts.) Aimee Pugh Bernard, University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus (THE CONVERSATION) ...

No single food can keep you from getting sick. But a wide range of nutrients like vitamins C and D, zinc, and antioxidants help keep your immune system strong. Filling your plate with colorful, ...

Pregnancy can be physically demanding, as it requires managing multiple biological functions simultaneously. Your baby carries genetic material from your partner that may seem like a threat to your ...

How Does It Work for ITP? There is no cure for ITP. Its symptoms can vary from person to person, with some people not having any symptoms. Because ITP causes low platelets, the main side effects that ...

(THE CONVERSATION) Every day, your immune system performs a delicate balancing act, defending you from thousands of pathogens that cause disease while sparing your body’s own healthy cells. This ...