Northwestern Medicine scientists in the laboratory of Stephen Miller, Ph.D., professor emeritus of Microbiology–Immunology, have identified the cellular and molecular mechanisms required for the ...

New large-scale study demonstrates significantly higher incidence and risk of developing autoimmune disease in postmenopausal women using hormone therapy CLEVELAND, Ohio (Oct 21, 2025)—Autoimmune ...

ANSWER: Encephalitis means inflammation of the brain, which is a rare condition. It can be caused by infections (especially viruses) or autoimmune reactions, including antibody-mediated encephalitis.

Our immune system has a dark side: It’s supposed to fight off invaders to keep us healthy. But sometimes it turns traitor and attacks our own cells and tissues. New research is raising the prospect of ...

Understanding these linkages not only helps patients make sense of complex symptoms but also guides better treatment ...

The next major drugmaker interested in what Repertoire has to offer is Eli Lilly, which has thrown down $85 million upfront and floated up to $1.84 billion more in biobucks to collaborate on potential ...

Autoimmune diseases are complex, often misunderstood, and can have far-reaching impacts on family health—especially for women, children, and caregivers. Whether it’s navigating fatigue, identifying ...

When the heart's muscle is weakened or injured due to a heart attack, it can make it hard for the heart to pump enough blood ...