Communicable Disease Flashcards
1
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Health def
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A state of physical and mental wellbeing
2
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Pathogen
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Any microorganism that causes infectious disease
3
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Communicable diseaces
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Caused by pathogens and the disease can be spread
4
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Non-communicable disease
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Is a disease that cannot be spread
5
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Examples of microorganisms
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Bacteria,fungi,viruses and parasites
6
Q
What else causes you to be ill
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Diet
Genetic disorders
Levels of free health care provided where you live
7
Q
Can viruses cause cancer
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Yes because it can trigger changes to your cells which alternatively lead to cancers.
8
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What happens when your immune system is not work effectively
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This could impact your genetic makeup, poor nutrition, or infection causing HIV/AIDS
