Communicable Disease
What is a Communicable Disease
A disease that can be spread from person to person.
What is a Non-Communicable Disease
A disease that cannot be spread from one person to another
What are germs
Microscopic single-celled organisms that can be beneficial or harmful.
How can germs spread
Through contact, air, water, food, and vectors
Name a method to clean surfaces
Using disinfectants or sanitizers
Name one example of a communicable disease
Influenza, tuberculosis, or COVID-19 or others
Name one example of a non-communicable disease
Diabetes, heart disease, or cancer
Name the three main types of germs
Bacteria, viruses, and fungi
What is direct contact
Touching an infected person or contaminated surface
What is vaccination
A method to stimulate immunity against specific pathogens
How are communicable diseases typically transmitted
Through direct contact, air, or contaminated surfaces
What are common risk factors for non-communicable diseases
Unhealthy diet, lack of physical activity, and smoking
How can some germs be beneficial to humans
They help in digestion and protect against harmful bacteria
What is airborne transmission
Spread of germs through tiny droplets in the air
What are antibiotics used for
Treating bacterial infections
What is the role of vaccines in preventing communicable diseases
To help the body build immunity against specific pathogens
How can lifestyle choices impact the risk of non-communicable diseases
Making healthy choices like exercising and eating well can lower risk
What is the difference between bacteria and viruses
Bacteria are living organisms that can reproduce on their own, while viruses need a host to replicate
Name a way germs can be transmitted through food
Contaminated food or water
What do germs cause in the body
An infection
How can hygiene practices reduce the spread of communicable diseases
By washing hands, using sanitizers, and avoiding close contact with infected individuals
What percentage of cells in the human body are bacteria
Approximately 90% of the cells in the human body
Explain how antibiotics work against germs
Antibiotics kill or inhibit the growth of bacteria but are ineffective against viruses
What is vector transmission
Spread of germs through organisms like mosquitoes or ticks
How many germs are on a typical smartphone
Up to 25,000 germs per square inch