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Innate immunity

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The body’s basic defenses against disease or infection that are present from birth.

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Infection

The growth of harmful organisms that can cause disease, such as bacteria, in the body.
Defenses

Coping strategies a person adopts to make it easier to operate in the world.
Disease

An abnormal condition in the body causing harm.

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