All Maziar Divangahi articles
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Fungal compound could help protect against influenza
A preclinical trial uncovers how beta-glucan, a compound found in all fungal cell wall, can ‘reprogram’ immune cells to prevent lung inflammation from influenza and lower the risk of death by the host immune responses.
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Pregnancy enhances natural immunity to block severe flu
Scientists discover a natural flu defense mechanism that activates in the nasal cavity during pregnancy.
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BCG mechanism extends protection to beat influenza A
A new study uncovered a previously unknown mechanism that extends the BCG vaccine’s shield to combat influenza A virus—the most prevalent flu strain.