Communicable vs. Noncommunicable
What is a communicable disease?
A disease that spreads person-to-person.
What is a vaccine?
A preparation that helps your immune system fight germs.
What’s the simplest way to prevent germs from spreading?
Handwashing.
What did the Cupcake Vaccine Lab model?
Vaccination and immunity.
Define “pathogen.”
A microorganism that causes disease.
Name one example of a noncommunicable disease.
Diabetes, heart disease, cancer,obesity, asthma
What does your body produce after vaccination?
Antibodies.
Why should you cover your mouth when sneezing?
To block airborne germs.
What did sprinkles represent in the lab?
Germs or viruses.
Define “antigen.”
A substance that triggers an immune response.
How can communicable diseases be transmitted?
Through air, contact, surfaces.
Why do some vaccines need booster shots?
To maintain immunity over time.
Name one healthy habit that prevents disease.
Exercise, sleep, balanced diet
In the Marshmallow Lab, what did “vaccinated” marshmallows show?
Protection against germs.
Define “immunity.”
Protection from disease.
What is one key difference between a cold and asthma?
Cold = communicable; asthma = not.
What is herd immunity?
When enough people are immune to protect the community.
What does quarantine mean?
Separating sick people to prevent spread.
What was learned from the Germ Jello Lab?
How bacteria can grow and spread.
What does “noncommunicable” mean?
Cannot be spread between people.
Why do some diseases spread faster than others?
Depends on transmission method and exposure.
What’s the difference between a vaccine and a medicine?
Vaccine prevents; medicine treats.
How can vaccines stop an outbreak?
They prevent new infections.
Why are hands-on labs useful in learning about germs?
They make abstract ideas visual and fun.
Define “epidemic.”
A sudden outbreak of disease in a community.