Immunity Introduction When it comes to the immune system, two words that are most important are antigens and antibodies. To put it simply, antigens are any foreign bodies or toxins that initiate an immune response in the body. Antibodies are proteins produced by the body to fight against these antigens. Let us just assume our body’s immune system and its response as an interesting drama that plays as long as we live. Now, certainly, it should have some main characters without which the drama never unfolds. White blood cells (WBC) , also known as leukocytes are the key factors or main characters that help build and maintain a strong immune system in our body. They circulate through the blood vessels and lymphatic vessels and do a constant patrol every time so that our body is always ready to fight any foreign body. WBCs are mainly 2 types: Phagocytes Lymphocytes Phagocytes As the name suggests, these cells engulf and absorb the pathogens, just like that! Remember the terms Neutrophils
Around the world, someone suffers a stroke every 3 seconds, amounting to 12.2 million new strokes annually Cases of stroke are increasing worldwide due to lifestyle or genetic changes. Experts on warning signs, risk factors and treatment for stroke. A stroke occurs when the blood flow to the brain is disrupted and the lack of oxygen starts to damage the brain cells and tissues. If not addressed on time, stroke can lead to brain damage or even death. Cases of stroke are increasing worldwide due to lifestyle or genetic changes. While people above 55 years were more susceptible to it earlier, it is increasingly becoming common in young. Sedentary lifestyle , unhealthy food, certain medications could also raise risk of stroke. A stroke is a medical emergency that can potentially result in paralysis or numbness in the face, arm, or leg. Around the world, someone suffers a stroke every 3 seconds, amounting to 12.2 million new strokes annually. Globally, one out of four people above 2