<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><item href="/blog/2026/03/ci-immune-systems.php" dsn="blog"><title>Understanding Immunity in Athletes, Warfighters, and Astronauts </title><item_date>03/09/2026 11:36:00 AM</item_date><author/><image><img src="/blog/images/2026/02/ci-astronaut2.jpg" alt="Astronaut in spacecraft (NASA image)"/></image><display>true</display><summary>Extreme physical, psychological, and environmental stress can weaken the immune system, increasing illness risk in athletes and tactical populations. Understanding how stress alters immune responses is essential for protecting health and readiness in demanding conditions.</summary><tags><tag>IHPC</tag></tags><categories/></item>