Immune System 1
What is the body's defense against illnesses?
The immune system
What is one way to boost your immune system?
Eating the right nutrients, getting enough sleep, exercising, washing your hands, getting vaccinated, reducing stress levels
Where can you go to find out if you are fully vaccinated or need to get more?
You can talk to your doctor or primary care provider.
What is the name for a contagious respiratory illness caused by flu viruses?
Influenza
Two ways to get rid of germs on our hands
Washing hands and using hand sanitizer
First layer of the immune system
Skin
What is a food that can boost your immunity?
Peppers and citrus (Vitamin C)
Blueberries (antioxidants )
Green Tea (Antioxidants)
Mushrooms (Vitamins, minerals, and enzymes)
True or False: All vaccines can make you sick
False, only live attenuated vaccines can make you sick
Average length of a cold
1 week
How long should you wash your hands every time?
At least 20-30 seconds
Where are most white cells produced?
In the bone marrow
What do white blood cells do?
Detect and fight infection
True or False: Vaccines are curative treatments.
False, vaccines are preventive.
February
What are some healthy habits to avoid illnesses?
Name 3 of the basic components of the immune system
White blood cells, antibodies, lymphatic system, spleen, bone marrow, and thymus
Major organ important to the immune system
What do vaccines do?
Expose you to weakened viruses so your body can learn to recognize them and make defenses
What to do if you are sick?
Stay home
Some types of food to avoid when sick
Sugary or acidic foods or drinks
In your own words, describe what the function of the immune system is
Defends body against infections while protecting its own cells
What is something that can lower your immunity?
Advanced age, lack of T or B lymphocytes, chronic illnesses, chemotherapy, certain medications, pregnancy
What can be in a vaccine?
Weakened, dead, or partial pieces of viruses
Where can you get the flu vaccine for free on campus?
Student Health and Counseling Services (SHCS)
What happens when enough people are immunized to prevent spread of illness?
Herd immunity