PPT-Immune System and Disease

Chapter 31 Sections 14 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. Chapter 40. Agents of Disease. The human body provides a suitable environment for many microorganisms: it is moist, warm and full of nutrients.. Not all microorganisms are harmful; some are beneficial. Causes of Disease. Inherited Diseases – GENETIC. . Down’s Syndrome. . Cystic Fibrosis. . Sickle Cell Anemia . Exposure to Toxins – POISONS. Lead Poisoning. . Radiation Poisoning. Poor Nutrition-. 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.. Most people thought evil spirits, swamp gas, or bad luck caused disease. science history. Louis Pasteur. Theorized that microbes caused disease and killing them could prevent illness.. Joseph Lister. Most people thought evil spirits, swamp gas, or bad luck caused disease. science history. Louis Pasteur. Theorized that microbes caused disease and killing them could prevent illness.. Joseph Lister. Kuby. . Immunology. , . 7e: Chapter 1. A historical perspective of immunology. What is immunity?. Immunity is the state of protection against foreign pathogens or substances (antigens). Latin term . The Immune Syste m Before the 1900’s, no one knew what caused sickness and infection Most people thought evil spirits, swamp gas, or bad luck caused disease science history Louis Pasteur Theorized that microbes caused disease and killing them could prevent illness. 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.. others who are interested in the e30ects of smoking on overall health The single largest cause of preventable disease and death is smoking people who want healthy lives should not smoke Nearly half a 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. Autoimmunity March 2016 What is autoimmunity? In healthy individuals the immune system constantly protects us from the native and foreign microorganisms – such as viruses, bacteria, and parasit Dr.Mohanad. Al-Hindawi . lecture . two. Focal segmental glomerulosclerosis (FSGS) . is characterized by sclerosis of some (but not all) glomeruli that involves only a part of each affected glomerulus.