From Self-Attack to Self-Healing: How Engineered Immune Cells Are Changing Medicine 

Imagine your body waging war on itself, mistaking its own tissues for dangerous invaders. It sounds like science fiction, but it’s a harsh reality for millions battling autoimmune diseases like type 1 diabetes and rheumatoid arthritis. This is also a huge problem for organ transplants patients. Transplanted tissues, which should be accepted as part of the body, are often perceived as foreign and rejected. But what if we could rewrite this, turning fear into hope?

Engineered immune cells offer a promising solution to combat inflammation in the body. A medical research team from the University of California, San Francisco, has discovered that these specialized immune cells can not only suppress inflammation but also eliminate inflammatory molecules without weakening the body's overall immune defenses. 

Equipped with targeted sensors, these cells can focus on specific organs or tissues. The immune system continues to work as usual protecting the body. 

The experimental treatment on mice with type 1 diabetes successfully blocked abnormally active T-cells, while the pancreas's insulin-producing function was preserved. 

The approach could target autoimmune reactions precisely without suppressing the entire immune system with medicines. This breakthrough offers a promising alternative for patients who rely on immunosuppressants, such as those who have undergone organ transplants. 

Effectively combating inflammation is essential for maintaining overall health. Inflammation in the body can be caused by excess weight, stress or a sedentary lifestyle. Scientists recently discovered that higher levels of inflammation can impair cognitive skills by age 40. Recognizing these challenges, Holiverse combined the power of virtual reality with human DNA to create personalized wellness programs designed to tackle the 12 signs of aging. Read more about it here. 

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