Immune system of newborn babies stronger than previously thought

Monday, September 22, 2014 - 05:01 in Health & Medicine

Contrary to what was previously thought, newborn immune T cells may have the ability to trigger an inflammatory response to bacteria, according to a new study. Although their immune system works very differently to that of adults, babies may still be able to mount a strong immune defense, finds the study.

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