B5: Communicable Diseases Flashcards
Define health.
The complete state of physical and mental well being.
What is the effect of a communicable disease on a humans health?
Leads to ill health (negative)
What is a communicable disease?
A communicable disease is a disease that is caused by pathogens such as bacteria and viruses that can be passed from one person to another.
What affect can a poor diet have on your susceptibility to disease?
If you do not eat enough, or eat the right nutrients, you may suffer from diseases ranging from starvation to anaemia or rickets. If you eat too much food or the wrong type, it could lead to obesity, some cancers, and type 2 diabetes.
What affect can stress have on your susceptibility to disease?
Scientists have linked having too much stress in your life, leading to
