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Alcohol and its effect on the Immune System
Drinking alcohol will reduce your immune system for about 24 hours. There is no doubt that alcohol impairs the functioning of our immune system, but it does not make you more prone to infections; rather it weakens your body’s ability to fight…
1084Getting Adequate Sleep is very Important
Sleep is a universal human need, yet the pressure to succeed in today’s 24/7 world often leads to sleep deprivation. Sleep can be challenging when you have responsibilities and obligations that demand your time and energy. However, getting…
924Stress has a big Effect on the Immune System
Stress has the ability to completely derail your life. It’s a beast that can eat you alive from the inside, and it often does just that for many people. Moreover, stress is not just your typical everyday stress, but rather chronic stress which…
944Vitamins to Support Your Immune System
When the weather turns chilly, your immune system takes a hit. You’re more susceptible to catching colds and the flu, and you’re also at risk for developing chronic conditions such as asthma, arthritis, and diabetes. Vitamin deficiencies can…
1027A look at Target Cell Lysis
The immune system is the body’s defence against foreign invaders such as viruses and bacteria. The immune system also helps protect us from cancerous cells. Reducing the risk of contracting a disease is known as immunity, which can be achieved…
565Anatomical, Physiological Barriers and Bacteria
The immune system is instrumental in defending our body against foreign intruders, such as viruses and parasites. An efficient defence requires a high number of different immune cells. The immune system must also be able to recognize…
562Exploring the Adaptive Immune System
The immune system protects your body from illness and infection. It does this by recognizing abnormal cells or microorganisms (such as bacteria) that may cause disease, and then triggering the production of specialized proteins called antibodies…
601The Relation of Inflammation to the Immune System
The human immune system is a fascinating and complex network of cells and antibodies that work together to defend the body against foreign invaders, such as bacteria, viruses, parasites and other microbes that could cause disease. The…
544What is an Innate Immune System?
The innate immune system is the first line of defence against pathogens, such as bacteria and viruses. Similar to a security guard, the innate immune system is always listening for danger signals. When it hears them, the innate immune system…
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Hand, Foot, and Mouth Disease
Kids are prone to Chicken Pox
Conjunctivitis is a very Common Concern
Bronchitis is very common in Children
Does your Child have Influenza?