PPT-The Human Immune System Lori Herrington

Chaparral High School What is immunology Very simply it is the study of our bodys defense against infection and disease Even though we are constantly bombarded by microorganisms we rarely become sick Why. Riding Away Stigma. Lori’s ride for Awareness. Montreal to Halifax solo bike . ride. Brain Injury Awareness fundraiser. Mental . Health Awareness . fundraiser. Legs of the Journey. Montreal to. Trios- . Lori Herrington. Chaparral High School. What is immunology?. Very simply, it is the study of our body’s defense against infection and disease.. Even though we are constantly bombarded by microorganisms, we rarely become sick. Why?. THE IMMUNE SYSTEM. NONSPECIFIC DEFENSES AGAINST INFECTION INCLUDE THE. SKIN. MUCOUS MEMBRANES. PHAGOCYTIC CELLS. ANTIMICROBIAL PROTEINS. THE IMMUNE SYSTEM. NONSPECIFIC DEFENSE MEANS THAT THEY DON’T DISTINGUISH BETWEEN MICROBES. Treatment knowledge. Contributor: Lori Phelps. Lori L. Phelps. California Association for Alcohol/Drug Educators, . 2015. Chapter 3. Chapter Competencies. Lori L. Phelps. California Association for Alcohol/Drug Educators, . Solutions to improve treatment. Current . immunosuppressors. …. …suppress the entire immune system, leaving patients more vulnerable to everyday infections and higher rates of cancer.. However, this is necessary because the immune system attacks parts of the body which are work well and are needed (in MS, myelin is targeted, causing demyelination) but we cannot isolate the suppression to just one impact of the immune system so to protect the targeted area we must lower the guard of everywhere else. . Immune. System. Factors of Immune Health. A number of factors contribute to immune health. Exercise. Feelings of stress. Nutrition. Essential oils*. *These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.. Chapter 31 Sections 1-4, 6. Pathogens and Human Illness. What are some causes of diseases?. We can have infectious and noninfectious diseases.. Infectious can be passed from one person to another because of germs. What are some examples?. Photo: Mark Berger Photo: Lori Greene Photo: Mark Berger Photo: Lori Greene Photo: Anonymous Photos: Hal Kelton Photos: Lori Greene Photo: Jeff Tock Photo: Mark Berger Photos: Mark Berger “Fire protection-rated doors provide critical protection to protect exit enclosures and compartmentalize buildings and stop the spread of fire, smoke, and toxic gases. The proper installation and maintenance of these doors is a critical part of the building’s fire protection system.” Main Function. The Immune System is used to prevent infection and . disease.. Using . a variety of cells and organs, the Immune System disposes of foreign or harmful antibodies through a process known as the immune response.. The specialists who diagnose and treat immune system disorders are called . immunologists. , and the specialty itself is called . immunology. .. Phagocytes. Phagocytes are often the first immune system cells . HIV. (Human immunodeficiency virus)- a virus that attacks the immune system.. Infection with HIV can be prevented. Responsible decisions is the most valuable tool for protection against HIV.. Example: Abstinence from sexual activity and injecting drugs reduce your risk.. Application Form Name:Address:City: State: Zip: Home Phone:Cell Phone:Work Phone _________ Email Address: Number of Years in the Clinton Area: Financial Disclosure Sheet Applicant’s Information is the Quality Assurance Coordinatorat Lori PetroQuality AssuranceCoordinator ecognize. A. ttack. D. estroy . A. nd . R. emember. Bodies defense against pathogens. Immune System recognizes the identity of foreign substances. Antigens are found on the cells of all organisms and your body is able to identify your own cells and tell when a foreign cell has entered the system.