Infectious Diseases
infectious Disease are caused by___
bacteria, Viruses, fungi or parasites.
Are there any rules for Food safety?
Clean, cook, separate
Who can become an organ donor?
Anyone
An individual with no permanent living arrangement, is considered___?
Homeless
Are there additional charges for services?
Yes
What are some common diseases?
Corona Virus, Polio , Rabies, STDS, Maleria
Food safety refers to___
the conditions and practices that preserve the quality of food to prevent contamination and food-borne illnesses
What is organ donation?
when a person authorizes an organ of their own to be removed and transplanted to another person
What are some reasons for Homelessness?
Fleeing from domestic violence, poverty, addiction, or family conflict
What are one of the Programs in Virginia that benefit Senior Citizens?
Commonwealth Coordinated Care Plus
What are some ways to prevent infectious diseases?
get vaccinated, wash your hands often, have good hygiene and wear a mask
Why is food Safety important?
sufficient amounts of safe and nutritious food is key to sustaining life and promoting good health.
What are some complications after transplantation?
How many people were experiencing homelessness in Fairfax county in 2023?
1,310
What does the Commonwealth Coordinated Care plus Program Provide?
Low and no cost medical coverage
Are all infectious diseases contagious?
Some, but not all infectious diseases spread directly from one person to another.
Unsafe food containing harmful bacteria, viruses, parasites or chemical substances causes more than _____ diseases.
200
About every _ minutes, someone is added to the waiting list.
8
Homelessness Has decreased by almost ____% since 2018
50%
What if the Elderly Has no one to take care of them?
The government offers programs the specifically assist people without caregivers.
What 3 things are needed for an infectious disease to spread?
Places where infectious germs live
Person with a way for germs to enter the body.
a way germs are moved to another person.
The 4 guidelines to keep food Safe
Clean—Wash hands and surfaces often.
Separate—Don't cross-contaminate.
Cook—Cook to proper temperatures, checking with a food thermometer.
Chill—Refrigerate promptly.
By donating organs and tissues after you die, you can save up to _ lives
8
What is the biggest problem for homeless people?
Limited access to health care.
Problems getting enough food.
Trouble staying safe.
Violence.
Stress.
Unsanitary living conditions.
Exposure to severe weather.
5 principles of elderly care include..
safety, dignity, independence, privacy, and communication.