Author: wpadmin

Pancreatic cancer is one of the most aggressive forms of cancer, often diagnosed later due the lack of symptoms in its early stages of progression. It commonly causes jaundice, severe weight loss, and stomach…

Since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, which was caused by a virus known as SARS-CoV-2, there have been almost 800 million confirmed cases and 7 million deaths. It’s thought that about 10% of those who…

Antigens are a critical part of how the immune system works; they are present on many types of cells, and can be made of proteins, lipids, sugars, and other substances. Antigens are presented to immune cells,…

High blood pressure is strongly correlated to cancer. This risk factor, among others including smoking, obesity, and inactivity, cause deleterious effects to the body. Interestingly, high blood pressure and…

Immunity is orchestrated by two responses referred to as the innate and adaptive immune systems. Each system works to minimize and clear infections. The innate immune response is a broad-targeting defense…

Certain strains of human papillomavirus (HPV) are closely linked to invasive cervical cancer.  Vaccines that protect against these cancer-causing HPV types have been shown to greatly lower the risk of…