We now know that our immune system can be triggered by stress in the same way as by foreign bacteria and viruses. This means that when stressed, what appears to be a typical “sickness response” could actually be a “stress response.” In short, your immune system sees stress as an attack on the body. If you are in a chronically stressful situation and are always sick, then it’s time to take a very honest look at the source of the stress. You will need to consider the impact it is having on your health and wellbeing and then decide if it’s worth what it’s costing you.