Vocab
a disease that results from the body’s inability to regulate glucose, a sugar found in foods that the body converts into energy
diabetes mellitus
What are three warning signs that a person may be addicted to drugs?
changes in mood, eating, or sleeping patterns; trouble concentrating or loss of interest; stealing or selling belongings for money; hanging out with a new group of friends that use drugs
What are the two types of transmission for communicable diseases?
direct and indirect
What are two health risks of taking medications?
allergic reactions, drug interactions, side effects
taking medication in a way that does not follow the medication’s instructions
medication misuse
What are four ways that communicable diseases spread?
droplet spread, direct contact transmission, vectors or animals, food and drinking water, contaminated objects, airborne contamination
What are two common communicable diseases?
influenza, mononucleosis, tonsillitis, conjunctivitis
What are two ways to prevent communicable diseases?
wash your hands frequently, use respiratory etiquette, practice food sanitation, and get regular vaccines
medications and other substances that change the way the body or brain functions
drugs
What are three strategies for using medications safely?
always make sure you understand usage directions before taking, following directions exactly, use OTC medications that only have the ingredients needed, check the expiration date, store carefully in cool and dry areas where children can't reach them, don't give medication for adults to children, never use someone else's prescription or let someone else take yours, see a doctor if your problem doesn't go away with medication
What are the risk factors for noncommunicable diseases?
environmental factors, heredity, and lifestyle
What are some procedures to practice to ensure you are handling food safely?
wash your hands before preparing food and before eating, wash your hands after handling uncooked meats and eggs, separate uncooked meats from other foods, cook meat thoroughly, wash fruits and veggies, refrigerate and freeze foods as needed
drugs and medicines used to treat symptoms of an illness or to cure, manage, or prevent a disease
medications
What are three common noncommunicable diseases?
heart disease, arthritis, cancer, diabetes, chronic lung disease
True or false: You can stop taking medications when you feel better.
false
the continued use of an illegal drug despite negative or harmful outcomes
drug abuse
What are three lifestyle choices to help prevent noncommunicable diseases?
eat a healthy diet; have regular physical activity; avoid alcohol and tobacco; protect your skin; avoid pollutants; maintain a healthy weight; get regular cancer screenings; for people with asthma, avoid substances and situations that trigger attacks
What are two causes of arteriosclerosis and atherosclerosis?
tobacco use, physical inactivity, and unhealthy diet
How does drug abuse affect physical health and other areas?
you could overdose and die, other negative health effects from certain drugs, impairs the ability to drive safely, more likely to engage in risky behaviors, legal problems, relationship problems