Humans vs. Viruses

Explore the fascinating world of viruses and human health in this comprehensive TED-Ed video series. Delve into topics such as the eradication of smallpox, the cellular battle against viruses, and the impact of stress on the body. Learn about the effectiveness of soap versus hand sanitizer, the workings of the immune system, and the science behind feeling ill. Discover how vaccines and ventilators function, understand the nature of coronaviruses, and explore the process of zoonotic disease transmission. Investigate the rapid development of vaccines, the protective properties of mucus, and the reasons behind annual flu shots. Gain insights into bat immunity, germ spread, and the evolution of disease understanding. Examine methods for identifying viral infections and learn valuable lessons from the successful eradication of smallpox.

How we conquered the deadly smallpox virus - Simona Zompi.
Cell vs. virus: A battle for health - Shannon Stiles.
How stress affects your body - Sharon Horesh Bergquist.
Which is better: Soap or hand sanitizer? - Alex Rosenthal and Pall Thordarson.
When is a pandemic over?.
How does your immune system work? - Emma Bryce.
The surprising reason you feel awful when you're sick - Marco A. Sotomayor.
How do vaccines work? - Kelwalin Dhanasarnsombut.
How do ventilators work? - Alex Gendler.
What is a coronavirus? - Elizabeth Cox.
How do viruses jump from animals to humans? - Ben Longdon.
How fast can a vaccine be made? - Dan Kwartler.
How mucus keeps us healthy - Katharina Ribbeck.
Why do you need to get a flu shot every year? - Melvin Sanicas.
Why bats don't get sick - Arinjay Banerjee.
How do germs spread (and why do they make us sick)? - Yannay Khaikin and Nicole Mideo.
How a few scientists transformed the way we think about disease - Tien Nguyen.
How do you know if you have a virus? - Cella Wright.
Learning from smallpox: How to eradicate a disease - Julie Garon and Walter A. Orenstein.