Helminth infection protects mice from anaphylaxis via IL-10-producing B cells.

Modulation of the immune system by infection with helminth parasites, including schistosomes, is proposed to reduce the levels of allergic responses in infected individuals. In this study we investigated whether experimental infection with Schistosoma mansoni could alter the susceptibility of mice to an extreme allergic response, anaphylaxis. We formally demonstrate that S.

Clinical nurse specialists' knowledge specific to Medicare structures and processes.

Purpose: The purpose of this study was to describe clinical nurse specialists' (CNSs) knowledge of Medicare structures and processes using a multiple-choice examination.

Design: This descriptive study used the survey method with a convenient sample.

Setting: Potential subjects received the research study packet at the address designated by them for membership mailings sent from the National Association of Clinical Nurse Specialists (NACNS).