Imagine your body as a bustling city, full of different cells each playing a unique role. In the case of Parkinson’s disease, this city is under attack by misfolded proteins called α-synuclein. But fear not, for there are specialized warriors known as natural killer (NK) cells that come to the rescue! These NK cells are like the frontline defense, responding quickly and fiercely to eliminate threats. In a new systematic review, scientists have explored the role of these mighty NK cells in Parkinson’s disease. They discovered that the number of NK cells and their ability to destroy harmful substances change over time during the progress of Parkinson’s. Even more excitingly, it seems that NK cells also play a neuroprotective role in this devastating disease, potentially offering new avenues for management and treatment. So, get ready to dive into this fascinating research and uncover the secrets of how our immune system’s warriors fight to protect our brains!
The Institute for the Future of Human Potential
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