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In Focus - Keeping well - P12B

Explores how the immune system works and some of the factors that affect the health of the immune system.

Our bodies are constantly defending us against pathogens (bacteria, viruses and fungi that can cause diseases) using a number of mechanisms. There are many steps we can take to support our bodies to do this effectively.

After reading this module you will:

  • Have a basic understanding of how the immune system works
  • Understand some of the factors that affect the health of the immune system
  • Know the importance of handwashing.
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