Nida Kalam

Mucosal Immunity: The Key to Combating Enteroviruses and Beyond

Enteroviruses (EVs) lead to 10–15 million symptomatic infections each year in the United States alone. EVs enter through either the gastrointestinal or respiratory mucosa, depending on the specific virus. Since these mucosal surfaces are the primary entry points for viruses, mucosal immunity serves as a crucial first l...