Human Health Flashcard

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What are airborne diseases?

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Diseases that can be spread through the air, often through sneezing or coughing.

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How can you prevent airborne diseases?

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By covering your mouth when sneezing or coughing.

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What is cholera?

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A disease caused by the Vibrio cholera bacteria, often spread through contaminated water.

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What is an antibody?

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A protein that helps the body fight diseases.

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What is a pathogen?

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An organism that causes disease, such as bacteria or viruses.

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What are waterborne diseases?

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Diseases that are spread through contaminated water.

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What are vector-borne diseases?

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Diseases that are spread by insects or animals, like mosquitoes.

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What are foodborne diseases?

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Diseases that are spread through contaminated food.

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Why is washing hands important?

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It helps prevent the spread of germs and diseases.

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What is a vaccine?

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A substance that helps the body build immunity against diseases.