B2- Health And Disease Flashcards
What is health?
The state of physical and mental wellbeing.
What are communicable diseases?
Diseases that can spread from person to person or between animals and people.
Give two examples of communicable diseases.
- Measles
- Malaria
What are non-communicable diseases?
Diseases that cannot spread between people or between animals and people.
Give two examples of non-communicable diseases.
- Asthma
- Cancer
What is a pathogen?
A microorganism that can cause a disease.
How can immune system problems affect health?
They increase the chance of suffering from communicable diseases.
What type of cancer can be triggered by certain viruses?
Liver cancer and cervical cancer.
What is the relationship between physical health problems and mental health?
Severe physical health problems can trigger mental health issues like depression.
What factors can affect your health besides diseases?
- Balanced diet
- Stress levels
- Life situation
Fill in the blank: A poor diet can affect your _______.
[physical and mental health]
True or False: Non-communicable diseases generally last for a short time.
False
What can constant stress lead to?
Health issues.
Why is access to medicines important for health?
It helps in treating illnesses and preventing health issues.
