Human Defence Systems and Vaccination
This topic covers the body's non-specific defences and the role of the immune system. Pupils will understand how vaccines work to provide herd immunity.
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This topic covers the body's non-specific defences and the role of the immune system. Pupils will understand how vaccines work to provide herd immunity.
Key Questions
- How does the body prevent pathogens from entering?
- What is the role of white blood cells in the immune response?
- How do vaccines protect populations from disease?
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