Think of your lymphatic system as a hardworking network quietly managing waste removal, immunity, and fluid balance. To keep the lymphatic system functioning smoothly, it is key to ensure your body ...

Jenna Macciochi is a leading immunologist - these are the habits she has adopted in order to live better for longer ...

From minimalist wrist designs to full sleeves, body art has become so common that it barely raises an eyebrow. But while the ...

Breast cancer is able to modify the lymphatic vessels through which it travels to the draining lymph nodes. From there, it can then spread to other parts of the body. A new finding by Finnish ...

When a tumor develops, it creates a structure around itself called the tumor stroma, within which blood and lymphatic vessels ensure nutritional and respiratory biological exchanges. Lymphangiogenesis ...

You may have heard of the lymphatic system. It is constantly working under the skin to protect the body from illness. 70% of the immune system, in fact, is in the lymph vessels and gut. The lymphatic ...

As our bodies gracefully age, the signs of time appear not just in the wrinkles on our skin but deep within our systems. Our lymphatic system, the silent hero of detoxification and immunity, can ...

Tattoos have gained widespread popularity, with nearly one in three Americans having at least one. But beneath the colorful designs lurks a hidden journey. According to a new study, tattoo ink doesn’t ...

These movements involve rhythmic body motions that can help stimulate the lymphatic system. The repetitive nature of dance ...

This story is part of a series exploring human anatomy and physiology complexities. Each story in this collection showcases discoveries reshaping our understanding of the body's inner workings, ...

As an extension of the central nervous system, the eyes share an anatomical connection with the brain that is key to an animal’s ability to see. Besides the visual connection, both the brain and the ...