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Asthma Linked to Poor Mental Health
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The presence and severity of mental illness are associated with an increased risk of asthma, according to study findings in the December issue of Chest. Further research, however, is needed to determine the nature of the relationship and the underlying mechanisms. Reuters Health Information
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Cord Blood IgE Suggests in Utero Sensitization
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Cord blood allergen-specific immunoglobulin E (IgE) is associated with reduced interferon (IFN)-gamma production by cord blood cells, and for certain allergens, there is correlation between maternal and fetal IgE, according to European researchers. Reuters Health Information
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Rapamycin Use May Enhance Vaccine-Induced Immunity
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The immunosuppressive drug rapamycin can actually stimulate the production of memory T cells, according to an animal study reported in the June 21st online issue of Nature. Reuters Health Information
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