Epidemics/Foodborne
What is an outbreak?
A sudden increase in the occurrence of a disease in a particular time and place.
What is vitality?
The state of being strong, being healthy physically and mentally, and being full of life.
What are some of the body's natural responses to stress?
Insomnia, headaches, increased heart rate, tight chest, agitation, stress-related eating, etc.
What is Health Promotion?
The process of allowing people to increase control over and improve their health.
What is the difference between a living and non-living donor?
The difference between the two is what they are able to donate. For example, living donors cannot donate their hearts.
What is a food borne illness?
Any illness resulting from spoiled or contaminated foods.
What types of foods does the Canada Food Guide recommend you eat?
Fruits and vegetables, protein foods and whole grain foods.
What are some examples of mental health illnesses?
Bi polar disorder, depression, schizophrenia, eating disorders, etc.
How can resilience affect personal health?
It can help protect you from various mental health conditions such as depression, anxiety and can help you deal with trauma better.
What is a personal intention?
An idea or plan that an individual wants to carry out.
What is a pandemic?
An outbreak of disease on a large scale, potentially worldwide.
What is the recommended hours of sleep a teenager should get?
Around 8-10 hours of sleep is recommended for teenagers.
What are some coping skills for stress?
Having a positive attitude, accepting things out of your control, regular exercise, eating healthy.
How can a community succeed with health promotion?
Planned activities and programs that are designed to help increase population health outcomes, such as free skating or swimming.
What organs/tissues can be donated living and non-living?
Liver, heart, skin, tendons, lungs, bones, veins, lungs, etc.
What are some common symptoms of contracting a food borne illness?
Diarrhea, vomiting, nausea, fever, fatigue, etc.
What is the recommended daily intake of sodium?
The recommended intake is 150 mg per day with the limit being no more than 2300 mg per day.
What are some medications used to treat mental illnesses?
Anti-depressant, anti-anxiety, anti-psychotic, mood stabilizing and stimulation medications.
What are some components of a healthy community?
A healthy community is one that offers social physical and mental well being to all residents. This would include accessibility, affordability, stabilty, safety and fair to everyone.
How do you stay on track to achieve a personal intention?
Be specific, write it down, make time for it, overcome doubts or get someone to help you.
What is an epidemic?
An outbreak of disease in a centralized area, such as a continent.
What is the recommended amount of screen time for teens per day?
It is recommended that teenagers only get around 2 hours of screen time per day.
What are some examples of positive stress?
Good concentration, positive outlook, creativity, self-assurance, motivation, etc.
How can resilience affect personal health?
It can help protect you from various mental health conditions such as depression, anxiety and can help you deal with trauma better.
How do you become a donor?
Be at least 16 years of age, provide your date of birth and present your health card number with the version code.