Types of communicable disease Flashcards
1
Q
What are pathogens
A
micro-organisms that cause infections/diseases in plants or animals
2
Q
what are the 4 types of pathogens
A
viruses
bacteria
protists
fungi
3
Q
what are common virus based diseases
A
chickenpox
ebola
measles
influenza
4
Q
what are common bacteria based disease
A
Tuberculosis
diptheria
tetanus
gonorrhea
5
Q
what are common protist based disease
A
malaria
chagas
sleeping sickness
6
Q
what are common fungi based diseases
A
athletes foot
ringworm
thrush
7
Q
How are pathogens spread (5)
A
Food + water
insects
air
direct contact
indirect contact