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What does STD stand for?
What does STD stand for?
Which type of pathogen is responsible for causing HIV?
Which type of pathogen is responsible for causing HIV?
Gonorrhoea is a disease caused by a virus.
Gonorrhoea is a disease caused by a virus.
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What are common symptoms of measles?
What are common symptoms of measles?
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HIV is classified as a __________ disease.
HIV is classified as a __________ disease.
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Antibiotics do not work on __________.
Antibiotics do not work on __________.
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Match the following diseases with their characteristics:
Match the following diseases with their characteristics:
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Why is HIV considered a communicable disease?
Why is HIV considered a communicable disease?
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Using condoms guarantees complete protection against STDs.
Using condoms guarantees complete protection against STDs.
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What type of contraception is most effective in preventing the spread of STDs?
What type of contraception is most effective in preventing the spread of STDs?
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HIV is a sexually transmitted ______.
HIV is a sexually transmitted ______.
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When can someone with an STD safely engage in sexual contact?
When can someone with an STD safely engage in sexual contact?
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Match the following statements about contraception with their truth value:
Match the following statements about contraception with their truth value:
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What can be inherited based on the information given?
What can be inherited based on the information given?
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Contraceptive pills are considered a form of barrier contraception.
Contraceptive pills are considered a form of barrier contraception.
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Study Notes
Communicable Diseases
- A communicable disease is a disease spread between organisms via a pathogen.
Pathogens
- Pathogens are microorganisms that cause disease.
- Examples include viruses, bacteria, fungi, and protists.
HIV
- HIV is a communicable disease.
- It's caused by a virus.
- It's spread via sexual contact.
Gonorrhoea
- Gonorrhoea is a communicable disease.
- It's caused by bacteria.
- It's spread via sexual contact.
STD Symptoms
- Measles is an STD with symptoms like fever and red rash.
Bacteria Damage
- Some bacteria damage tissues by producing toxins.
Virus Destruction
- Antibiotics don't work on viruses.
STD Testing
- The government recommends STD testing for sexually active individuals, at least annually or as deemed necessary.
Contraception and STDs
- Barrier contraception (e.g., condoms) reduces the risk of STD transmission.
- Hormonal contraception (e.g., the pill) does not prevent STDs.
Treatment and Prevention
- Avoiding sexual contact until treatment for an STD is completed is essential.
- Using barrier contraception is crucial while treating an STD.
Chlamydia Trends
- Information is provided in a graph showing chlamydia rates per 100,000 population, categorized by age group (males and females).
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Description
This quiz covers the essentials of communicable diseases, focusing on pathogens like viruses and bacteria, with specific attention to HIV and gonorrhoea. It also addresses STD symptoms, testing recommendations, and methods of prevention. Test your knowledge on these critical health topics.
