The body’s immune system is a fascinating defense mechanism. It works round the clock protecting us from the millions of bacteria, viruses, toxins and parasites that we come into contact with daily. However, we typically pay attention to this complex and intricate defense system only when it fails to work. And that is usually when we already start to feel unwell.
How the Immune System Works
6 Facts about Flu and Flu Symptoms
What Is Flu?
Flu is a respiratory infection caused by a number of viruses. Flu viruses pass through the air and enter your body through your nose or mouth. Flu can be serious or even deadly for elderly people, newborn babies and people with certain chronic illnesses.
Symptoms of Flu
Symptoms of flu may include:
- Headache
- Cough
- Sore throat
- Fever
- Body or muscle aches
- Chills
Important Facts on Antibiotic
Antibiotic Does Not Kill Virus
We know that antibiotic is often given to kill bacteria that cause disease. But you need to know that antibiotic is ineffective to kill virus.
Uncontrolled use of antibiotic now has caused many bacteria to become resistant to various antibiotics. The result? Most antibiotic produced could not kill disease-causing bacteria or it become less effective in fighting diseases.
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