Open AccessPenyadaran Masyarakat Akademik tentang Peranan Herbal dalam Peningkatan Sistem Imun
Author(s) -
Diah Mustikasari,
Andri Kurniawan,
Pipit Rakhmawati
Publication year - 2021
Publication title -
abdimasku
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
eISSN - 2620-3235
pISSN - 2615-3696
DOI - 10.33633/ja.v4i3.270
Subject(s) - immune system , acquired immune system , socialization , innate immune system , immunology , immunity , biology , psychology , social psychology
The immune system is an integrated body defense mechanism to prevent, inhibit, and eliminate antigens and also to repair infected cells or tissues. The immune system, which is grouped into innate immunity and adaptive immunity, is a natural force in the body that can be optimized to maintain the existence of life. This activity aimed to increase the awareness of students as part of the academic community cluster regarding the role of herbs in enhancing the immune system (immunity). This activity was carried out through an online socialization and focus group discussion (FGD) involving students and alumnus from Bangka Belitung University. The result of this activity was an increased understanding of students and alumus related to the immune system, namely the types, roles, and defense mechanisms of the body both cellular and humoral as well as an understanding of the role of herbs in the immune system. The results of this discussion were expected to provide knowledge and increase awareness of the importance of the immune system in life.