Transmission
Mode in which there is physical contact between an infected person and a susceptible person.
Direct Transmission
Type of hygiene that involves brushing your teeth to remove plaque and prevent cavities.
Oral Hygiene
Term for actions taken to reduce the likelihood of developing a disease or condition.
Disease Prevention
Term for diseases caused by pathogenic microorganisms such as bacteria, viruses, fungi, or parasites?
Infectious Diseases
Someone vulnerable to germs or people with a weakened immune system.
Susceptible Person
The recommended duration for washing your hands with soap and water to effectively remove germs.
20 Seconds
Term for the process of administering a substance to stimulate the immune system to develop immunity to a specific disease, often administered through injection.
Vaccination or Immunization
Term for diseases that can be spread from person to person, either directly or indirectly.
Communicable Diseases
Mode in which there is no direct human-to-human contact.
Indirect Transmission
The recommended frequency for changing your toothbrush to maintain oral hygiene.
3 Months
Term for the process of testing individuals for early signs of disease or conditions before symptoms appear.
Screening
Term for diseases that persist over a long period and typically progress slowly, such as heart disease, diabetes, and cancer.
Chronic Disease
Mode in which bacteria or viruses that are most commonly transmitted through small respiratory droplets.
Airborne Transmission
The natural oil produced by the body to moisturize and protect the skin?
Sebum
Behavior change of lifestyle that can reduce the risk of developing lung cancer?
Quitting/avoiding smoking or avoiding exposure to secondhand smoke
General term for a range of conditions that affect the heart, including coronary artery disease, heart failure, and arrhythmias.
Heart Disease