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New Immune System, New Life for California Teen Overcoming Leukemia

Stanford Childrens

Now, they even share the same immune system. CAR T-cell therapy engineers a child’s T cells (immune cells) to include a chimeric antigen receptor (CAR) to help the immune system see and kill cancer cells. About 99.9% of me is in Emily,” says Susana. Once again, Emily was the exception.

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COVID-19’s Impact on Youth Physical Activity

Spark PE

It was encouraging that people quickly developed creative approaches to stay active and help their children continue activities. Of particular importance are the effects of moderate-intensity physical activity on functioning of the immune system, which protects us from viral and bacterial infections. Sports Medicine.