How We Get Sick
April 23rd, 2020
Guest Speakers
Dr. Charlie Garnett-Benson
Immunologist
Scientific Director of Translational Medicine, Bristol Myers Squibb
Adjunct Professor, Georgia State University
Dr. Davida Smyth
Microbiologist
Associate Professor of Natural Sciences, The New School
Zarina Akbary
Biologist
Ph.D. candidate, NYU Biology
Jr. Scientist Alum, BioBus
Question Index
8:06 - Are germs really everywhere? What are germs?
12:01 - How does your body get invaded when you're sick? How fast is this?
16:06 - What kind of fungi or bacteria are there that are beneficial or harmful in the human body?
17:31 - Why do we get symptoms during flu seasons?
19:27 - Which part of the body has the most germs when being sick?
22:36 - Can animals make us sick?
25:21 - Does the amount of bacteria a human can have differ from each age group or is it the same?
27:06 - What if our bodies don't produce enough white blood cells to fight off bacteria? How will our body fight it?
31:23 - What qualities do germs have that cause them to stay alive on surfaces for a long period of time?
33:29 - How do microbes protect us from invading pathogens and diseases that exist?
35:56 - Why do your symptoms feel worse at night?
38:14 - Are there different types of white blood cells? If so, how many types and what do they do?
40:32 - Can we use any soap to remove germs or does it have to be antibacterial?
43:30 - If you are in your house, does that help so that you don't spread germs?
45:23 - How come some germs affect us more than others?
47:31 - What fungi are beneficial for the human body's immune system?
50:00 - How does the body determine if a bacteria is good or bad when it enters?
53:21 - Why do some people get sick all the time and some don't?
55:01 - How do we make cures for illnesses?
57:25 - Are microbes like viruses able to get inside open sores or cuts in skin?
1:00:00 - What happens when one of the white blood cells catches the virus?
Chat with NYC Council Member Carlina Rivera (1:01:09)
1:02:34 - In two minutes, could you explain what your job is?
1:04:09 - When do you use or rely on science in your job?
1:05:04 - What's the conversation that's happening with policymakers about reopening New York City?
