Obesity Linked to Reduced Vaccine Efficacy

Published: 2026-04-13T13:28:12Z
Category: science
Source: Medical Xpress
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A recent study using a mouse model indicates that obesity can significantly diminish the effectiveness and duration of antibody responses to vaccines. The research specifically observed impaired antibody production against *Pseudomonas aeruginosa*, linked to issues in germinal centers. This suggests that obesity might redirect lung T cells towards a defensive function, thereby reducing their contribution to vaccine-induced immunity.

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