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Immunopaedia @immunopaedia.bsky.social · 7h

🧠🌍 World Meningitis Day | 5 October Meningitis can progress rapidly and may cause death or lasting disability. Vaccination, rapid diagnosis and treatment, and awareness can save lives. Together, we can #DefeatMeningitis and light the road ahead.

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Immunopaedia @immunopaedia.bsky.social · 03/10/2026

#ImmunologyNews CD1a is highly expressed on Langerhans cells, where it presents lipid antigens to T cells...#research #immunology Read more here: ow.ly/2O3L50ZS5RG

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Immunopaedia @immunopaedia.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

🎀 Breast Cancer Awareness Month 2026 Every story is unique, every journey matters. This October, raise awareness, know the signs, support timely care and help advance research for better breast cancer diagnosis and treatment. 🩷 #BreastCancerAwareness #Immunopaedia

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Immunopaedia @immunopaedia.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

Immunopaedia-SAI Virtual Workshop 2026: Immunology Clinical Cases 🌍🧬 DEADLINE EXTENDED: 15 October 2026 👉 Submit your clinical case abstract and join the discussion with immunology experts: forms.gle/MtbU5XQ4eVBShrhJA #Immunopaedia #SAI #Immunology

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Immunopaedia @immunopaedia.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

Prof Clive Gray Featured in Nature Africa! 🧬🌍 We’re proud to see Professor Clive M. Gray, Founder and Director of the Immunopaedia, featured in Nature Africa. Read the full feature in Nature Africa: www.nature.com/articles/d44148-026-… #Immunopaedia #Immunology #AfricanScience

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Immunopaedia @immunopaedia.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

#ImmunologyNews Inborn Errors of Immunity (IEI), genetic conditions that disrupt immune function, can increase susceptibility to cancer...#immunology #research Read more here: ow.ly/6W6b50ZS5Rp

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Immunopaedia @immunopaedia.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

❤️ World Heart Day 2026 “Don’t Miss a Beat” highlights the importance of recognising hidden heart disease and protecting cardiovascular health. Small, consistent steps such as moving more and learning warning signs can support a healthier heart. #WorldHeartDay #DontMissABeat

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Immunopaedia @immunopaedia.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

FAIS 2026 Congress – Registration Deadline Approaching! Registration deadline: 30 September 2026 Register now: ow.ly/RCsU50ZSueL #FAIS2026 #Immunology #AfricanScience #GlobalHealth #IntegratedImmunity #ImmunologyResearch #CapeTown #ScienceInAfrica

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Immunopaedia @immunopaedia.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

#CaseStudy The wart had appeared four years previously and had been getting progressively larger...#immunology #clinic Read our case study of the week here: ow.ly/HKa750ZS5RU

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Immunopaedia @immunopaedia.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

🐕 World Rabies Day 2026 “Stronger Together” highlights the One Health approach to rabies elimination. Dog vaccination, timely care after exposure, surveillance and public education all play a role in preventing rabies and protecting communities. 🌍🧬 #WorldRabiesDay #OneHealth #Rabies #Immunopaedia

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Immunopaedia @immunopaedia.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

#ImmunologyNews There is currently no licensed vaccine specifically targeting Plasmodium vivax partly because we still know relatively little about the antibody targets that provide effective protection...#malaria #immunology Read more here: ow.ly/KHT050ZS5QT

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Immunopaedia @immunopaedia.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

🫁 World Lung Day 2026 | 25 September “A Lifetime of Lung Health” highlights the importance of healthy lungs from development and growth through every stage of life. Let’s raise awareness of respiratory health and the science behind it. 💙 #WorldLungDay #Immunopaedia

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Immunopaedia @immunopaedia.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

#ImmunologyNews AI-based protein design is rapidly expanding the toolkit for cancer immunotherapy, but designing a protein that binds its target is only the beginning...#AI #research #immunology Read more here: ow.ly/QjcZ50ZPry0

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Immunopaedia @immunopaedia.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

Happy Heritage Day! Today we celebrate the cultures, languages, traditions and knowledge that make South Africa unique. Our heritage also shapes how communities understand health, healing and wellbeing. Here’s to the diversity that connects us! ❤️ #HeritageDay #SouthAfrica #Immunopaedia

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Immunopaedia @immunopaedia.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

#ImmunologyNews Immune checkpoint inhibitors (ICIs) have transformed cancer treatment by releasing the brakes on anti-tumour T cells...#cancer #immunotherapy #immunology Read more here: ow.ly/3vP550ZPrxU

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Immunopaedia @immunopaedia.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

#CaseStudy He has a limited range of movement in his hips, especially abduction and adduction, and is no longer able to run and play games with his brothers...#clinic #immunology Read our case study of the week here: ow.ly/qv4U50ZPrxC

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Immunopaedia @immunopaedia.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

#ImmunologyNews Mutations in TP53 are among the most common changes in cancer...#cancer #immunotherapy #immunology #research Read more here: ow.ly/uVFC50ZPrxJ

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Immunopaedia @immunopaedia.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

World Alzheimer’s Day 🧠💜 Today we mark World Alzheimer’s Day, raising awareness of Alzheimer’s disease and the millions of people and families affected worldwide. #WorldAlzheimersDay #AlzheimersDisease #DementiaAwareness

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Immunopaedia @immunopaedia.bsky.social · 20/09/2026

🧬 It’s World Mitochondrial Disease Week Mitochondrial diseases are a diverse group of genetic disorders that can disrupt cellular energy production and affect multiple organs. This year’s theme: Putting Mito on the Map 💚 #WorldMitoWeek2026 #MitochondrialDisease #Mitochondria #Immunopaedia

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Immunopaedia @immunopaedia.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

#ImmunologyNews When a related virus is encountered years later, these pre-existing clones can influence, or even dominate, the new antibody response...#research #immunology Read more here: ow.ly/ePO350ZN3pG

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Immunopaedia @immunopaedia.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

🧡 World Patient Safety Day | 17 September This year’s focus is safe care for noncommunicable diseases. From prevention and diagnosis to treatment and long-term management, patient safety matters at every stage of care. Safe care for life! #WPSD2026 #PatientSafety

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Immunopaedia @immunopaedia.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

#ImmunologyNews Around one-quarter of the world's population is estimated to have been infected with Mycobacterium tuberculosis, yet only a minority of infected people develop active TB...#TB #immunology Read more here: ow.ly/FYMN50ZN3pp

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Immunopaedia @immunopaedia.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

#CaseStudy History: Known HIV positive, Diagnosed 8 months previously but not on ARV’s. Past medical history: Nothing of significance...#clinic #immunology Read our case study of the week here: ow.ly/YShr50ZN3oI

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Immunopaedia @immunopaedia.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

Today is World Lymphoma Awareness Day. Take a moment today to learn the signs, check in on someone affected, or simply share this post. 💜 #WorldLymphomaAwarenessDay #KnowYourNodes #LymphomaAwareness

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Immunopaedia @immunopaedia.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

#ImmunologyNews Type 1 diabetes is fundamentally an autoimmune disease: the immune system mistakenly targets the insulin-producing β cells of the pancreas...#diabetes #type1 #immunology Read more here: ow.ly/MBCO50ZN3pc

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Immunopaedia @immunopaedia.bsky.social · 13/09/2026

🩹❤️ World First Aid Day | 12 September First aid knowledge can make a difference in the critical moments before professional help arrives. This World First Aid Day, let’s remember that first aid is a skill everyone can learn. #WorldFirstAidDay #FirstAid #Immunopaedia

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Immunopaedia @immunopaedia.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

#ImmunologyNews Maternal immune activation during pregnancy has been associated with an increased risk of neurodevelopmental conditions in offspring...#brain #immunology #research Read more here: ow.ly/LbEU50ZJYbQ

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Immunopaedia @immunopaedia.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

Ambassador of the Month! 🌟 We are delighted to feature Salma Sohbi as Immunopaedia's Ambassador of the Month for August! Read more about Salma's journey and his contributions in his interview with Bon Holtak here: ow.ly/6pvP50ZMoPt #AmbassadorOfTheMonth #Immunopaedia

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Immunopaedia @immunopaedia.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

🧡 This World Suicide Prevention Day, let’s #ChangeTheNarrative on suicide. Move beyond silence and stigma. Start conversations, listen without judgement, reach out and help create communities where people feel supported and able to seek help. #WSPD2026 #SuicidePrevention

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Immunopaedia @immunopaedia.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

🌸 PMOS 101! Polyendocrine Metabolic Ovarian Syndrome (PMOS), previously known as PCOS, is more than an ovarian condition. It involves hormonal, metabolic and ovarian health and can affect periods, ovulation, metabolism, skin, weight and fertility. 🧬 #PMOSAwareness #PMOS

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Immunopaedia @immunopaedia.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

International Gynaecological Awareness Day (IGAD) 🩺🌸 Today we recognise IGAD, shining a light on women’s gynaecological health and the importance of awareness, prevention, early diagnosis, and access to quality care. #InternationalGynaecologicalAwarenessDay #WomensHealth

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Immunopaedia @immunopaedia.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

International Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders Awareness Day 💙 Today, we encourage education without stigma, greater awareness, and continued investment in research and support for individuals and families affected by FASD. #FASDAwarenessDay #WorldFASDay #FASD

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Immunopaedia @immunopaedia.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

#ImmunologyNews UV radiation can introduce a substantial number of mutations into melanocytes, the pigment-producing cells of the skin...#melanin #immunology #cancer Read more here: ow.ly/mL4l50ZJYbH

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Immunopaedia @immunopaedia.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

World Physiotherapy Day 💙🦴 Today we celebrate World Physiotherapy Day, recognising the vital role physiotherapists play in helping people move, recover, and live healthier lives. #WorldPhysiotherapyDay #Physiotherapy #PhysicalHealth #Rehabilitation #Healthcare #GlobalHealth

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Immunopaedia @immunopaedia.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

#CaseStudy Since this morning has been unable to walk due to complete paralysis...#clinic #immunology #case Read our case study of the week here: ow.ly/YaWw50ZJYck

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Immunopaedia @immunopaedia.bsky.social · 07/09/2026

#ImmunologyNews Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), including Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis, is driven by complex interactions between the immune system, intestinal microbes and the gut environment...#IBD #immunology Read more here: ow.ly/L6pr50ZJYbz

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Immunopaedia @immunopaedia.bsky.social · 07/09/2026

Immunopaedia–SAI Virtual Workshop 2026: Immunology Clinical Cases 📅 Abstract deadline: 30 September 2026 🔗 Submit your abstract & apply for the Immunopaedia Scholarship: ow.ly/HA2750ZJY9n #Immunopaedia #SAI #Immunology #ClinicalImmunology #ImmunologyEducation

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Immunopaedia @immunopaedia.bsky.social · 04/09/2026

#ImmunologyNews SARS-CoV-2 continues to evolve, with new variants emerging as the virus accumulates mutations that can help it evade existing antibody responses...#COVID19 #immunology Read more here: ow.ly/Ozcz50ZH4RO

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Immunopaedia @immunopaedia.bsky.social · 04/09/2026

We at Immunopaedia are proud to present Prof. Theresa Rossouw as our Immunologist of the Month for August! Learn more about her amazing career in the full interview by Bonamy (Bon) Holtak here: ow.ly/gaUc50ZJ3jo #award #immunology #research #science #STEM #womeninSTEM

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Immunopaedia @immunopaedia.bsky.social · 03/09/2026

It is wonderful to see Prof. Gray continuing to share his expertise and perspectives with the international scientific community. Watch the full session from the Academia Nacional de Medicina de México here: ▶️ www.youtube.com/watch?v=oJJ1qC-CEFY…

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Immunopaedia @immunopaedia.bsky.social · 02/09/2026

#ImmunologyNews Older adults are at significantly greater risk of developing severe COVID-19 and respiratory complications, but the biological mechanisms underlying this age-related vulnerability are not fully understood...#COVID19 #immunology Read more here: ow.ly/MKnM50ZH4R5

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Immunopaedia @immunopaedia.bsky.social · 01/09/2026

It’s PMOS Awareness Month! This week, Immunopaedia is answering your FAQs about Polyendocrine Metabolic Ovarian Syndrome (PMOS), from understanding the condition and its symptoms to exploring the links between ovarian, endocrine and metabolic health. #PMOSAwareness

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Immunopaedia @immunopaedia.bsky.social · 01/09/2026

🌸 Happy Spring Day, South Africa! 🇿🇦🌱 A new season brings new beginnings. As our environment changes, so does what our immune system encounters. This spring, stay curious, stay informed and take care of your health. Here’s to growth, renewal and healthier communities! 🧬💚

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Immunopaedia @immunopaedia.bsky.social · 01/09/2026

#ImmunologyNews Patient had a two month history of severe abdominal cramps, persistent bloody and mucoid diarrhoea, weight loss and tiredness...#clinic #immunology Read our case study of the week here: ow.ly/iKb150ZH0qm

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Immunopaedia @immunopaedia.bsky.social · 31/08/2026

African Traditional Medicine is more than a tradition. It represents generations of health knowledge that continue to shape communities across the continent. Today we explore why research, safety, regulation and innovation matter . #AfricanHealth #HealthResearch #TraditionalMedicine

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Immunopaedia @immunopaedia.bsky.social · 31/08/2026

#ImmunologyNews They found that desiccation causes oxidative stress and DNA damage in the bacteria...#TB #immunology #research Read more here: ow.ly/6IBa50ZGmYM

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Immunopaedia @immunopaedia.bsky.social · 28/08/2026

#ImmunologyNews The study focused on how the colon repairs itself following inflammation...#immunology #research Read more here: www.immunopaedia.org.za/breaking-ne…

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Immunopaedia @immunopaedia.bsky.social · 28/08/2026

Immunopaedia congratulate Professor Clive M. Gray on the being awarded the 2026 Royal Society Africa Prize! Congratulations, Clive, well deserved. 👏 🔗https://royalsociety.org/medals-and-prizes/africa-prize/ 📷: Harry Oppenheimer Memorial Trust #RoyalSociety #AfricaPrize #Immunology #HIVResearch

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Immunopaedia @immunopaedia.bsky.social · 28/08/2026

Register now: FAIS 2026 Congress 🌍🧬 Registration deadline: 30 September 2026 🔗 Learn more and register: www.faisafrica.com/meetings/fais-20… #FAIS2026 #Immunology #AfricanScience #GlobalHealth #IntegratedImmunity #ResearchCollaboration 🌍🧬

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