Agenda 12/1 Microbial Shift Reading Design a ‘superbug’ Homework: Helper T Cells Video and Notes, finish superbug Turn in: Chp 35 Notes and Video Notes
Innate Immunity and Normal Flora How does the normal bacteria in/on your body act as a component of the innate immune system? What are things that can disrupt your ‘normal flora’?
Microbial Shift Diseases Diseases that are a result of a ‘shift’ in the normal population of bacteria On skin, in intestines, etc. Antibiotics are a big culprit Ex: IBS, Chrons?, Clostridum difficile (c. diff), diabetes?, autism?
C. diff Many strains resistant to antibiotics Causes diarrhea- usually after a prolonged hospital stay Antibiotics as preventive measure or to treat infection Many people have consistent relapses
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Directions 1. Read article and answer guiding questions along the way 2. Check understanding with a partner 3. Think about further study or interesting topics you would like to study more
Design a Super Bug!