070 What is a disease?

In this episode of Interactive Biology, Leslie Samuel explores the concept of disease from a biological perspective. He defines a disease as an abnormal condition affecting an organism, particularly humans, and explains how it impacts the body's organ systems, organs, tissues, and cells. The episode breaks down the structure of the human body, emphasizing the cellular level where diseases manifest. Leslie introduces the idea that all diseases can be attributed to one of five causes, which will be discussed in the next episode. The video concludes with an invitation to explore more resources on the Interactive Biology website.

How does an abnormal cellular structure or function relate to diseases?

What are the five causes of diseases mentioned in the episode?