Immunosenescence: Why the Immune System Ages and How to Slow It Down

Immunosenescence — illustration of the aging immune system, showing thymus shrinkage, weaker T-cells, and inflammation.

As we age, our immune system doesn’t remain as sharp as it once was. Scientists call this natural decline immunosenescence—a gradual weakening of the body’s defenses that makes older adults more vulnerable to infections, cancer, and slower recovery. Unlike the visible signs of aging, such as wrinkles or gray hair, immunosenescence works silently inside the … Ler mais