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How can infectious diseases be spread through food and water? Provide examples of diseases transmitted this way.
Infectious diseases can be spread through contaminated food and water. Examples include E. coli, cholera, and salmonella.
Which insects can carry pathogens that can be transmitted to humans through bites? Give examples of diseases transmitted by these insects.
Insects such as fleas, mosquitoes, and ticks can carry pathogens. Examples of diseases transmitted by these insects include malaria (mosquitoes), Lyme disease (ticks), and the bubonic plague (fleas).
How can diseases be passed from person to person through direct contact? Give examples of diseases transmitted this way.
Diseases can be passed from person to person through direct contact, such as shaking hands, sneezing, and kissing. Examples include influenza (the flu), colds, and chickenpox.
Can infectious diseases be spread through indirect contact? How?
Yes, some pathogens can survive outside of the host and be spread through indirect contact. This can occur through objects like doorknobs and telephones. Many of the same diseases that can spread through direct contact can also be spread through indirect contact.
What are the most common foods to be contaminated with pathogens? How can these pathogens be transmitted?
Fruits and vegetables are the most common foods to be contaminated with pathogens. These pathogens can be transmitted through foodborne illnesses, where contaminated food is consumed.
Test your knowledge of different types of diseases with this quiz! Learn about infectious diseases and non-infectious diseases, and discover the key differences between them. Challenge yourself and expand your understanding of various diseases and their characteristics.
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