Health And Disease Flashcards
What is the definition of health?
Health is a state of complete physical, mental, and social well-being and not merely the absence of disease.
True or False: Infectious diseases are caused by pathogens like bacteria and viruses.
True
Fill in the blank: The three main types of pathogens are __________, __________, and __________.
bacteria, viruses, fungi
What is the role of the immune system?
The immune system protects the body against infectious diseases and foreign invaders.
Multiple Choice: Which of the following is NOT a non-communicable disease? A) Diabetes B) Influenza C) Cancer D) Heart Disease
B) Influenza
What are the primary factors that influence health?
Genetics, lifestyle choices, environmental factors, and healthcare access.
True or False: Vaccines are used to prevent infectious diseases.
True
What is the difference between communicable and non-communicable diseases?
Communicable diseases can be transmitted from one person to another, while non-communicable diseases cannot.
Fill in the blank: __________ is a major risk factor for many non-communicable diseases.
Obesity
Multiple Choice: Which of the following is a method of disease prevention? A) Quarantine B) Smoking Cessation C) Regular Exercise D) Both A and C
D) Both A and C
What causes Cholera
A bacterium called Vibrio cholerae
How is cholera spread
Via contaminated water sources
What are the symptoms of tuberculosis?
Coughing that causes lung damage
How is tuberculosis spread
It is airborne and when people cough it is spread.
What is a protist?
Eukaryotic single celled organisms eg algae
