Understanding The Immune System

Developed by Lydia Schindler, Donna Kerrigan M.S., Jeanne Kelly

Illustrates the immune system, complex network of specialized cells and organs that distinguishes between self and foreign molecules inside the body. Explains that a malfunctioning immune system can cause allergies or arthritis and can fail to stop the growth of cancer cells.

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