Includes bibliographical references (page 46) and index.
Contents
What is a cell? -- How does illness affect my cells? -- What are bacteria? -- What is a virus? -- How do our cells fight disease? -- Can plants get sick? -- What is diabetes? -- What is cancer? -- How does HIV/AIDS affect cells? -- Why are some people born with diseases? -- What are scientists doing to prevent cell disorders?
Summary
Explains the importance of cells in disease transmission, treatment, and prevention.