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Understanding the immune system in children

The immune system is one of the most intricate systems in the body and plays a vital role in keeping children healthy.

Exposure to any germs could've killed her. 11 years later, she's living a normal life thanks to a gene therapy treatment.

New research found that gene therapy for children with a form of severe combined immunodeficiency was successful in 95% of ...

How to clean and disinfect your thermometer — and how often you should do it

It's important to disinfect a thermometer before and after every use to reduce the risk of spreading illness. Here's how to ...