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Mini bodyguards

We’re working hard to understand how your body protects itself against bugs and germs. 

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Your body helps to get rid of all kinds of bugs.

Your body can help you to fight off diseases, like colds and other viruses. It uses special cells in your blood to deal with the bugs.  

The cells all have different jobs that help keep you safe. Some send alarm messages to get help from other cells, and some eat the bugs whole.

Our scientists are figuring out how the cells work together to stop you getting ill and help you get better when you are ill. This lets us make new medicines and help people when their mini bodyguards aren’t fighting off bugs. 

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Find out more about your mini bodyguards and how your body protects itself.