Flashcards on Health and Diseases

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What is the definition of a disease?

A disease is a physical or mental disorder that impairs normal functioning of the body or mind.

What are communicable diseases?

Communicable diseases are diseases that can be transmitted from one person to another through contact with infected individuals or their bodily fluids.

What are non-communicable diseases?

Non-communicable diseases are diseases that cannot be transmitted from one person to another and are typically caused by genetic or environmental factors.

What is the leading cause of death worldwide?

Cardiovascular diseases, such as heart disease and stroke, are the leading cause of death globally.

What is the difference between a sign and a symptom?

A sign is an objective indication of a disease that can be observed or measured, while a symptom is a subjective indication experienced by the patient.

What is the immune system?

The immune system is a complex network of cells, tissues, and organs that work together to defend the body against harmful substances and pathogens.

What is the difference between an infectious disease and a chronic disease?

An infectious disease is caused by a pathogen and can be transmitted from one person to another, while a chronic disease develops slowly and lasts for a long time.

What is the importance of vaccination?

Vaccination helps prevent the spread of infectious diseases by stimulating the immune system to produce protective antibodies.

What are some common risk factors for developing diseases?

Common risk factors include age, genetic predisposition, unhealthy lifestyle choices, exposure to environmental toxins, and lack of access to healthcare.

What is the difference between a virus and a bacteria?

Viruses are smaller than bacteria and can only reproduce inside the cells of a host organism, while bacteria are single-celled microorganisms that can reproduce on their own.

What is the role of antibiotics in treating bacterial infections?

Antibiotics are medications that can kill or inhibit the growth of bacteria, helping to treat bacterial infections.

What is the function of white blood cells in the immune system?

White blood cells, also known as leukocytes, play a crucial role in the immune system by defending the body against infectious diseases and foreign substances.

What are some common preventive measures to maintain good health?

Common preventive measures include regular exercise, balanced diet, sufficient sleep, proper hygiene, and avoiding smoking and excessive alcohol consumption.

What is the impact of stress on physical and mental health?

Excessive stress can lead to various health problems, including high blood pressure, weakened immune system, anxiety, depression, and insomnia.

What are some ways to prevent the spread of infectious diseases?

Ways to prevent the spread of infectious diseases include frequent handwashing, covering mouth and nose when coughing or sneezing, staying home when sick, and getting vaccinated.

What is the connection between lifestyle choices and disease risk?

Unhealthy lifestyle choices, such as poor diet, lack of exercise, smoking, and excessive alcohol consumption, can increase the risk of developing various diseases.

What is the definition of a disease?

A disease is a physical or mental disorder that impairs normal functioning of the body or mind.

What are communicable diseases?

Communicable diseases are diseases that can be transmitted from one person to another through contact with infected individuals or their bodily fluids.

What are non-communicable diseases?

Non-communicable diseases are diseases that cannot be transmitted from one person to another and are typically caused by genetic or environmental factors.

What is the leading cause of death worldwide?

Cardiovascular diseases, such as heart disease and stroke, are the leading cause of death globally.

What is the difference between a sign and a symptom?

A sign is an objective indication of a disease that can be observed or measured, while a symptom is a subjective indication experienced by the patient.

What is the immune system?

The immune system is a complex network of cells, tissues, and organs that work together to defend the body against harmful substances and pathogens.

What is the difference between an infectious disease and a chronic disease?

An infectious disease is caused by a pathogen and can be transmitted from one person to another, while a chronic disease develops slowly and lasts for a long time.

What is the importance of vaccination?

Vaccination helps prevent the spread of infectious diseases by stimulating the immune system to produce protective antibodies.

What are some common risk factors for developing diseases?

Common risk factors include age, genetic predisposition, unhealthy lifestyle choices, exposure to environmental toxins, and lack of access to healthcare.

What is the difference between a virus and a bacteria?

Viruses are smaller than bacteria and can only reproduce inside the cells of a host organism, while bacteria are single-celled microorganisms that can reproduce on their own.

What is the role of antibiotics in treating bacterial infections?

Antibiotics are medications that can kill or inhibit the growth of bacteria, helping to treat bacterial infections.

What is the function of white blood cells in the immune system?

White blood cells, also known as leukocytes, play a crucial role in the immune system by defending the body against infectious diseases and foreign substances.

What are some common preventive measures to maintain good health?

Common preventive measures include regular exercise, balanced diet, sufficient sleep, proper hygiene, and avoiding smoking and excessive alcohol consumption.

What is the impact of stress on physical and mental health?

Excessive stress can lead to various health problems, including high blood pressure, weakened immune system, anxiety, depression, and insomnia.

What are some ways to prevent the spread of infectious diseases?

Ways to prevent the spread of infectious diseases include frequent handwashing, covering mouth and nose when coughing or sneezing, staying home when sick, and getting vaccinated.

What is the connection between lifestyle choices and disease risk?

Unhealthy lifestyle choices, such as poor diet, lack of exercise, smoking, and excessive alcohol consumption, can increase the risk of developing various diseases.

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