New discovery could help protect against #influenza
Preclinical trial uncovers how beta-glucan, found in all #fungi, can ‘reprogram’ #immune cells to prevent #lung inflammation
A component found in all fungi may provide a shield against #flu-related lung damage, according to a new study.
A team of scientists led by #MaziarDivangahi, a Professor in #McGill’s Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences and Senior Scientist at the Research Institute of the McGill #University Health Centre, demonstrated that beta-glucan, administered to #mice before their exposure to influenza, can reduce lung damage, improve lung function and lower the risk of #illness and #death.
https://www.mcgill.ca/newsroom/channels/news/new-discovery-could-help-protect-against-influenza-363625
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