Dying to Live How our Bodies Fight Disease [Hardcover]

Popular science account of how millions of cells in our immune system die in fighting off infectious invaders.A fascinating popular science introduction to how we defend ourselves against infection and disease using an incredible array of natural defences. Explained in non-technical language, the various ways our immune system battles against bacteria, viruses and other disease agents are excitingly brought to life. A picture emerges of an immense war inside us where millions of our cells are destroyed while fighting off invaders. Aimed at the general reader with enthusiasm for an understanding of our immune system but not necessarily a scientific background.A fascinating popular science introduction to how we defend ourselves against infection and disease using an incredible array of natural defences. Explained in non-technical language, the various ways our immune system battles against bacteria, viruses and other disease agents are excitingly brought to life. A picture emerges of an immense war inside us where millions of our cells are destroyed while fighting off invaders. Aimed at the general reader with enthusiasm for an understanding of our immune system but not necessarily a scientific background.The human body is a remarkable machine that goes through extraordinary measures to fight disease. However, it has always been a challenge for the curious general reader to find a concise and entertaining explanation of the biological processes that combat illness. Dying to Live addresses this need. Written in a clear and accessible style, this book gives an up-to-date account of the inner workings of our immune systems. Aimed at the lay reader, it examines important areas of medical science such as fever, AIDS and cancer. The book highlights the role of the mother in protecting the developing child during and after pregnancy and draws our attention to the changes in our immune system throughout life. The author looks at vaccinations and how pathogens evade theirlS-