What is the Thymus gland? What is its function? its connection to the Immune System? you might have asked. The Thymus gland, at the forward base of the neck, plays a key role in the immunological defense system, stimulating production of white blood cells that fight disease and infection.hat is the Thymus gland? What is its function? its connection to the Immune System? you might have asked. The Thymus gland, at the forward base of the neck, plays a key role in the immunological defense system, stimulating production of white blood cells that fight disease and infection.
At 19, Austin Myers becomes youngest inmate on Ohio's death row.
Donald Harvey, Cincinnati Drake Hospital's 'Angel of Death,' has died. CINCINNATI -- Donald Harvey, the Angel of Death who pleaded guilty to poisoning 24 patients at Cincinnati's Drake Hospital, has died, according to the Associated Press. Harvey, 64, was beaten in his cell, state authorities said. He was incarcerated at Toledo Correctional Institution in Lucas County since 2008.