Non-bacterial pathogens Flashcards
What is the mode of transmission?
The ways that pathogens are spread from one host to another
What are so examples of different modes of transmission?
Droplet infection
Direct conctact
Surface infection
What is a pathogenic effect?
The symptoms of the disease
What are vectors?
Living organisms or environmental factors that carry infection from one host to another
What is the pathogenic effect of malaria?
Sweating
Shaking
Muscle pain
Headaches
What is an endemic disease?
The active disease or pathogen that causes the disease is constantly active in that area
What are the problems with treating endemic diseases?
Widespread
Pathogen can be difficult to destroy or track down
Requires the cooperation of a large number of people
Costly
What are some of the ways to prevent and control malaria?
Avoid contact with mosquitos
Prevent mosquitos from breeding
