Cytokine Storm
Authors: David C. Fajgenbaum, M.D., and Carl H. June, M.D. The severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) pandemic has reminded us of the critical role of an effective host immune…[...]
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Can COVID-19 Immunity Last for Years?
Author: Christina Aungst, PharmD Key takeaways: People who were sick with COVID-19 and recovered might have long-term immunity that lasts for months or years.We don’t know how long vaccine immunity…[...]
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SARS-CoV-2-Specific Memory T Lymphocytes From COVID-19 Convalescent Donors: Identification, Biobanking, and Large-Scale Production for Adoptive Cell Therapy
Syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) pandemic is causing a second outbreak significantly delaying the hope for the virus’ complete eradication. In the absence of effective vaccines, we need effective treatments with…[...]
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What is the role of T cells in COVID-19 infection? Why immunity is about more than antibodies
Summary CD4+ T cells help B cells to produce antibodies and help CD8+ T cells to kill virus-infected cellsOne of the dominant cytokines produced by T cells is interferon gamma,…[...]
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T cell responses in patients with COVID-19
The role of T cells in the resolution or exacerbation of COVID-19, as well as their potential to provide long-term protection from reinfection with SARS-CoV-2, remains debated. Nevertheless, recent studies…[...]
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Immune T Cells May Offer Lasting Protection Against COVID-19
Much of the study on the immune response to SARS-CoV-2, the novel coronavirus that causes COVID-19, has focused on the production of antibodies. But, in fact, immune cells known as memory…[...]
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Why is no one talking about immunity in people who have had corona virus?
The fully vaccinated have finally been given a "get out of jail free card" from the CDC, while those who suffered through the covid infection remain personae non gratae. The…[...]
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