Bodies vs Bugs

Your body is an attactive store of energy. It's packed with nutrients and is a good place to live for alien invaders if they can evade surveillance. Somehow our immune systems are able to beat out the bad bugs, and leave alone the helpful ones. They are welcome as long as they behave. And what of those claims that immunisation causes autism? Today's guest is Associate Professor Matthew Cook researcher from John Curtin School of Medical Research, and clinical immunologist at Canberra Hospital. This research brings real benefit to people in need. Anneloes De Graef tells us how she connects these people with researchers, and helps fund their work. Learn more, and become involved through the JCSMR Foundation. Interview by Alice and Rod.