Your gas stove might be making your asthma worse: What you can do about it
We may think of air pollution as an outdoor problem, made up of car exhaust and smog. But if the air inside our homes is polluted, this can also affect our health.
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Why are some more likely to get sick—and how can they boost their immune system?
It has been a long winter, filled with many viruses and cost-of-living pressures, on top of the usual mix of work, study, life admin and caring responsibilities.
Researchers warn of allergy risks from insect-based foods
James Cook University researchers say food derived from crickets and flies can cause allergic reactions in people with existing shellfish allergy—and this is not consistently picked up by currently available testing methods. Their study is published in…
The human virome: Why viruses could be as important for good health as gut bacteria
We often hear about the importance of the human microbiome—the vast collection of bacteria and fungi that live on and inside us—when it comes to our health. But there’s another, equally important part of this microbial community that remains far less k…
Ultra-processed foods: Here’s how they may affect the way the immune system functions
In our fast-paced world, convenience can often come at the cost of nutrition. This shift has led to an increased reliance on ultra-processed foods.
Urban gardening may improve human health—research subjects benefit from microbial exposure
A collaborative study between the University of Helsinki, Natural Resources Institute Finland and Tampere University demonstrated that a one-month indoor gardening period increased the bacterial diversity of the skin and was associated with higher leve…
Research finds exercise has a significant impact on immune cells that support brain function
New research published in Aging Cell provides insights into how exercise may help to prevent or slow cognitive decline during aging.
Allergies can make you miserable. Here’s how to track pollen levels near you
Allergy season can bring misery to tens of millions of Americans each year.
Know your spring allergens and the meds that can help
Spring is in the air, and along with it loads of tree, grass and weed pollen.
Scientists call for urgent action to prevent immune-mediated illnesses caused by climate change and biodiversity loss
The ecosystems we live in don’t work the way they used to—and that’s bad for our health. Climate change, pollution, and falling biodiversity are all damaging our immune systems. The lack of positive environmental exposures to build the strength of our …