Ep 5. Cedar Pollen Allergy

Red Blood Cell and White Blood Cell are back at it again, trying to navigate their way through the human body and keep it healthy. In this episode, titled "Cedar Pollen Allergy," the duo must contend with a particularly pesky intruder: cedar pollen.

As spring arrives and flowers begin to bloom, so too does the dreaded cedar pollen. For many people, this time of year can be difficult due to their allergy to the pollen. Red Blood Cell and White Blood Cell are no exception, as they find themselves coughing and sneezing as they try to make their way through the body.

The episode starts out with Red Blood Cell delivering oxygen to various parts of the body while White Blood Cell keeps a lookout for any potential threats. As they navigate through the nasal cavity, they begin to notice an increased number of mast cells, which they later learn are responsible for allergic reactions. Soon, they encounter a group of other cells who are similarly affected by the pollen, including Eosinophil, who is in charge of fighting parasites and is now having a tough time due to the allergy.

As they continue on their journey, Red Blood Cell and White Blood Cell encounter more and more obstacles due to their allergies. As the pollen makes its way deeper into the body, inflammation begins to occur, making it difficult for them to breathe. They must work together to avoid getting too congested and prevent their airways from closing up entirely.

The episode is not without its moments of humor and lightheartedness, however. The cells make use of their unique abilities to help combat the allergy, including Eosinophil's ability to secrete mucus and the Platelets' ability to produce histamine. They even come up with a plan to use a giant hairdryer to blow away the pollen, which provides some much-needed comic relief.

As the episode progresses, Red Blood Cell and White Blood Cell begin to feel the effects of the allergy more acutely. They struggle to keep going as they are bombarded by pollen, and their vision begins to blur. It becomes increasingly clear that they must find a way to flush out the pollen if they are to have any hope of making it through this ordeal.

As the episode comes to a close, the cells finally manage to rid themselves of the pollen and breathe a sigh of relief. They've made it through another day in the human body, but the battle against allergies rages on. Cedar pollen may be just one of many threats they will face, but Red Blood Cell and White Blood Cell are more determined than ever to keep the body healthy and free from harm.

Overall, "Cedar Pollen Allergy" is a thrilling and educational episode of Cells at Work!. It provides a unique glimpse into the inner workings of the human body and shows us just how complex and miraculous it really is. Whether you suffer from allergies yourself or are simply interested in learning more about how the body works, this episode is well worth a watch.