Communicable Diseases Flashcards
What is the type and spread of HIV
Virus
Exchange of body fluids during sex
What does HIV lead to
Aids
What is the control/prevention of HIV
Use a condom
What is the type and spread of cold and flu
Virus
Airborne (droplet infection)
What is the control and prevention of colds and flu
Flu vaccination for targeted groups
What is the type and spread of HPV
Virus
Sexual contact
What is the control and prevention of HPV
HPV vaccination given to 12 to 13 year old girls to protect against developing cervical cancer
What is the type and spread salmonella
Bacterium
From contaminated food
What is the control and prevention of salmonella
Cook food thoroughly
Don’t mix cooked and uncooked foods
Treat with antibiotics
What is the type and spread of tuberculosis
Bacterium
Airborne (droplet infection)
What is the prevention and control of tuberculosis
BCG vaccination
It’s contracted, treated with drugs, including antibiotics
What is the type and spread of chlamydia
Bacterium
Sexual contact
What is the control and prevention of chlamydia
Use a condom
Treat with antibiotics
What is the type and spread of athlete foot
Fungus
Contact
What is the control and prevention of athletes foot
Avoid direct contact in areas where spores are likely to be present
Eg: wear flip flops in changing rooms
