Institute of Medicine - An independent, nonprofit organization that works outside of government to provide unbiased and authoritative advice on health and medicine to decision makers and the public.⏎
Mucous Membrane - The moist linings of body passages and internal cavities involved with absorption and secretion of substances.⏎
Intravenous - The use of veins through which medications and solutions are administered.⏎
Immune System - The system of biological structures and processes that protects the body from foreign substances, including pathogens.⏎