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There are millions of bacteria, microbes, viruses, toxins and parasites that want to invade your body. And they'd happily do it, too -- if it weren't for your immune system. See more »
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Inside your body there is a mechanism designed to defend you from millions of bacteria, microbes, viruses, toxins and parasites. Find out the different components and how the human immune system works.
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How Your Immune System Works
There are millions of bacteria, microbes, viruses, toxins and parasites that want to invade your body. And they'd happily do it, too -- if it weren't for your immune system.
See more »Why does your body temperature rise when you have a virus such as the flu?
Your body temperature monitored by your immune system as it fights off infection. Learn why a high temperature helps fight infection.
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Allergies are part of your body's non-specific immune response. Allergic reactions are your body's way of dispelling pollutants. See how allergies function in this animation.
See more »Immune Response
Specialized white blood cells, created inside your bones, are part of your body's immune response. Watch the animation to see them in action.
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