Scientists discover a hidden danger of viral infections that vaccines may prevent
ScienceDaily reports on a new study finding that viral infections may leave lasting damage to the immune system after symptoms disappear. According to the outlet, mice recovering from an acute infection showed lasting changes to their spleens and weakened immune responses, which researchers say could leave them more vulnerable to future threats. ScienceDaily reports that prior vaccination prevented these changes in the mouse model.
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Scientists discover a hidden danger of viral infections that vaccines may prevent
A new study reveals that viral infections may leave behind hidden damage to the immune system long after symptoms disappear. Researchers found that mice recovering from an acute infection experienced lasting changes to their spleens and weakened immune responses, potentially leaving them more vulnerable to future threats. Surprisingly, prior vaccination completely prevented these harmful changes in the mouse model.
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