No Antibodies Required For Immunity Against Some Viruses

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No Antibodies Required For Immunity Against Some Viruses

Medical News Today – A new study turns the well established theory that antibodies are required for antiviral immunity upside down and reveals that an unexpected partnership between the specific and non-specific divisions of the immune system is critical for fighting some types of viral infections. The research, published online in the journal Immunity by Cell Press, may lead to a new understanding of the best way to help protect those exposed to potentially lethal viruses, such as the rabies virus. Read article

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Editorial Comment: This article has some clear implications about the effectiveness of vaccines; but thus far, it has only been proved with regard to some viruses, as indicated by the title. It has yet to be be proved that this theory holds true for all viruses, or bacteria. It was disappointing that no mainstream articles tackled the issue of the implications of this finding on vaccine effectiveness. If any reader finds a mainstream article that DOES tackle this subject, please contact OYEN.

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