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What causes infectious diseases?
bacteria & viruses
How does the flu spread?
Through droplets
What should we do when we show symptoms of the flu? State two.
Wear a mask / Don't go to work or school / See the doctor / Drink more water / Get plenty of rest, etc.
How does hand, foot and mouth disease spread?
Through contact
How can we avoid getting infectious disease that spread through contact?
Avoid touching the patient or their belongings
How can we avoid mosquito bites? State two.
Use mosquito nets / Remove stagnant water / Use mosquito repellents / Wear long-sleeved clothing / Wear light-coloured clothing
What diseases spread through mosquitoes?
Zika virus / Dengue fever / Japanese encephalitis
Besides mosquitoes, what other animals can spread diseases? State two.
Bats / Birds / Camels / Dogs / Mice
What disease that spreads through camels?
MERS ( Middle East Respiratory Syndrome )
What should we do to avoid food poisoning?
Wash hands before eating / Cook food thoroughly / Drink boiled water / Don't eat uncovered food, etc.
Name two infectious diseases.
The flu / Hand, foot and mouth disease / MERS / Covid-19 / Food poisoning / Zika virus / Dengue Fever / Japanese encephalitis, etc.
Name two non-infectious diseases.
Cancer / Heart disease / Stroke / Asthma / Diabetes
How does cancer develop?
Abnormal cells grow in the body, multiply and form a tumour. A harmful one is called cancer.
What is the circulatory system made up of?
The heart, blood vessels and blood.
What are the symptoms of heart disease?
Chest pain / Irregular heartbeat / Shortness of breath.
What are the symptoms of asthma?
Severe coughing & breathing difficulties.
