Wiktionary (0.00 / 0 votes) Rate this definition: electromagnetic spectrum (Noun). The entire range of wavelengths of all known electromagnetic radiations extending from gamma rays through visible light, infrared, and radio waves, to X-rays.
Excessive alcohol can damage the immune system because the alcohol will prevent nutrients from feeding your immune system. The alcohol is absorbed into your bloodstream through your stomach. Once in the bloodstream, alcohol will reduce the white blood cell count in the body.
Cancer and cancer treatment can make a person more susceptible to infection and increase the risk of gum disease. Alcohol affects oral defense mechanisms. Stress impairs the body's immune response to bacterial invasion.