Types of Germs
What do we call a tiny organism that can make us sick?
A pathogen
What is one way diseases can spread?
coughing, sneezing, touching, food, water,
What is two ways to help stop diseases spreading?
Wash hands, vaccination, cover coughs, stay home when sick
Name three symptoms of being sick.
Fever, cough, sore throat, headache, runny nose, etc.
What is the body's defence system against disease called?
The immune system
Which type of pathogen causes the common cold?
Virus
Why should you wash your hands?
To remove germs and stop disease spreading
What is a vaccine designed to do?
Help protect you from disease
Which is usually higher when you have a fever: your body temperature or normal?
Body temperature
True or False: Antibiotics kill viruses.
False
Which type of pathogen can usually be treated with antibiotics?
Bacteria
What should you do when you cough or sneeze?
Cover your mouth and nose
True or False: Vaccines can help prevent some diseases.
True
True or False: Different diseases can have similar symptoms.
True
What should you do before preparing food?
Wash your hands
Name three types of pathogens.
Virus, bacteria, fungus, or protozoan
Can mosquitoes spread diseases?
Yes
Why should sick people stay home?
To avoid spreading it to others
What is one symptom of influenza?
Fever, cough, tiredness, sore throat, muscle aches
Name one disease caused by bacteria.
Strep throat, tuberculosis, cholera, salmonella, whooping cough
True or False: All bacteria are harmful.
False
Name one disease that spreads through the air.
Influenza, COVID-19, measles, common cold
Name three healthy habits that help keep your immune system strong.
Sleep, healthy eating, exercise, hydration
Why is it difficult to know which disease someone has just by looking at symptoms?
Many diseases share similar symptoms.
What should you do if you think you have an infectious disease?
Tell an adult, see a doctor if needed, stay home to avoid spreading it