Immunology

Study shows painkillers, immune-system drugs account for most serious ills

For children whose health insurance doesn't cover newly recommended shots, it's better to have no insurance at all, a new study suggests.

Montel Williams on antibiotics giveaway program, plans for universal health care

Removing specific receptors reduces symptoms of illness, doctor explains

An investigational drug from Glaxo-SmithKline that is a combination diphtheria/tetanus/inactive poliovirus (DTaPIPV) vaccine demonstrated a good immune response

Fatty acids are nutritional powerhouses, but not all are created equal

Study shows drug cocktail helps some people restore cell strength

Two doctors at center of bitter debate over experimental drug

New vaccines can be good business and a huge boon to public health. But the challenge is to establish prices that ensure global access.