What are the Health Implications of Immunosuppression?
Immunosuppression can compromise the body's ability to fight off infections, leading to increased susceptibility to viral, bacterial, and fungal infections. It can also affect the efficacy of vaccines, enhance the progression of existing diseases, and increase the risk of cancer. Chronic exposure to immunosuppressive agents, whether through occupational or environmental sources, poses significant health risks, necessitating careful monitoring and regulation.