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100

Who is the HOSA President

Saddie Abbe

100

What year was HOSA founded

1976

100

The prefix for "heart" is?

Cardio-

100

This is a common pain reliever that reduces fever and inflammation. (hint: it starts with a I)

Ibuprofen

100

This common illness is caused by a virus and leads to sneezing and congestion.

Common Cold

200

Who is the HOSA Vice President 

Asina Msoshi

200

What does HOSA stand for 

Future Health Professionals (originally Health Occupations Students of America)

200

This suffix means inflammation.

-itis

200

This medication fights bacterial infections.

Antibiotics

200

This condition affects the airways and can make breathing difficult. 

Asthma

300

Who is the HOSA Secretary 

Viviana Ortega

300

Which organization does HOSA partner with to promote blood donation and safety awareness?

The American Red Cross

300

What term refers to high blood pressure?

hypertension

300

This drug helps people with diabetes regulate blood sugar.

Insulin

300

This infectious disease mainly affects the lungs and is caused by bacteria. (Think of Red Dead Redemption 2)

Tuberculosis

400

Who is the HOSA treasurer 

Cyra Potts

400

What type of careers does HOSA focus on

Healthcare and medical careers

400

What word describes any organism that causes diseases?

Pathogen

400

This type of medication trains your immune system to recognize diseases.

Vaccines

400

This disease causes inflammation of the lungs.

Pneumonia 

500

Name all 3 of the HOSA coordinators 

Kaylin, Evan, and Gabe

500

How many members does HOSA have in the US?

300,000 members

500

What is the term that means an abnormally fast heart rate.

Tachycardia

500

This class of drugs is used to treat mood disorders like depression

Antidepressants

500

What is the chronic condition that causes joint pain and stiffness?

Arthritis

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