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Recent Review Explores Potential Connection Between Oral Microbiome and The Immune System

Designs for Health

Autoimmunity refers to the dysregulation of the adaptive immune system that may lead to the destruction of certain tissues or organs. A recently published review article by Huang and colleagues explored the potential connection between the oral microbiome and the incidence of autoimmune conditions.

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Recent Review Explores Potential Connection Between Oral Microbiome and The Immune System

Designs for Health

Autoimmunity refers to the dysregulation of the adaptive immune system that may lead to the destruction of certain tissues or organs. A recently published review article by Huang and colleagues explored the potential connection between the oral microbiome and the incidence of autoimmune conditions.

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The Thyroid-Gut Axis: Is There a Connection Between Thyroid Health and the Gut Microbiome?

Designs for Health

It involves biochemical interactions between the immune system, gut microbiota, and the thyroid. Emerging research suggests that the thyroid-gut axis may play a pivotal role in the regulation of thyroid function and the immune response. GD is an autoimmune thyroid condition and is the most prevalent form of hyperthyroidism.

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Following Their Calling to Help Young Cancer Patients and Beyond

Stanford Childrens

Stem cell transplants are used to treat people with life-threatening blood cancers, immune disorders, blood diseases , and metabolic conditions. These transplants replace a patient’s immune system with a new one from a donor. “What are the odds that not one, but two of us got contacted years after nursing school?”

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Vitamin D and Kids’ Health: Supporting Bone Health and Beyond

Designs for Health

In kids, vitamin D is critical for healthy bone growth and the development of a healthy immune system. JIA and other autoimmune disorders are associated with an atypical involvement of the immune system and inflammatory mediators. Vitamin D is an essential nutrient for both adults and children.

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What’s New With RSV, COVID-19, and Flu Shots for Kids

Stanford Childrens

Palivizumab is approved for children under 24 months of age with certain conditions that place them at high risk for severe RSV disease. Antibodies are part of our immune system and help us fight infections. This must be given once a month during RSV season.

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The Latest on Allergic Response and Gut Microbial Composition

Designs for Health

The body’s response to allergens is a complex process that involves immune and inflammatory pathways. It often manifests as conditions such as allergic rhinitis, atopic dermatitis, and food allergies, and is estimated to affect more than 20% of the general population.