This article, the first in a six-part series, gives an overview of the lymphatic system, which circulates lymph fluid around the body to drain tissue, transport fat and activate immune responses.

The frequent spread of certain cancers to lymph nodes often necessitates surgery or radiation therapy that damages the lymphatic system. The study of the researchers at the University of Helsinki ...

While the lymphatic system is involved in several functions like regulating the immune system and transportation of fats, one primary function is detoxification ...

Infections of the skin or other soft tissues with the hard-to-treat MRSA bacteria appear to permanently compromise the lymphatic system, which is crucial to immune system function. Investigators ...

Our long overlooked and misunderstood lymphatic system is essential for good health yet far from simple. It’s part of the immune system and is made up of a network of vessels, nodes and organs ...

Discover how lymphatic drainage massage may reduce swelling, improve circulation, and help the body feel lighter and more ...

By now, we all know and have practiced the remedies that cure heart, lung, or liver ailments, but often overlooked, the ...

A growing body of research suggests that the brain clears waste during sleep via the glymphatic system. How does this work ...