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marathon running and immune response  

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  • Studies show that many components of the immune system exhibit changes after marathon-type exertion, specifically the blood natural killer (NK) cells, neutrophils, and macrophages. This may increase the risk of infection. [Source: Encyclopedia of Lifestyle Medicine & Health; Marathon Running and Immune Response]

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http://data.loterre.fr/ark:/67375/N9J-VX4L2WGH-J

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