Background:
The immune system is critical to fight infections and cancer. With age, the production of immune cells declines and the pool of immune cells get older and dysfunctional. These changes are already apparent in middle-aged individuals and lead to increased risk for cancer and infections and diminished vaccine responses. It is, therefore, important to identify these changes and to find means to prevent or reverse them.

Purpose of Study:
The goal of this study is to identify changes in the immune system that occur with aging.

Procedures:
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Study participants will receive $20 for time, inconvenience, and travel.
For general information about participant rights, contact 1-866-680-2906.

For more information or to participate in the study please call:
Pratima/ Dr. Jorg Goronzy
(650)494-5000 x.65460
or email: pratimad@stanford.edu