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What are two examples of airborne diseases?
What are two examples of airborne diseases?
Asthma and COPD.
Identify one major cause of waterborne diseases.
Identify one major cause of waterborne diseases.
Contaminated water.
What is a common effect of chemical exposure on health?
What is a common effect of chemical exposure on health?
Lead poisoning.
Name a vector-borne disease and its vector.
Name a vector-borne disease and its vector.
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How do environmental diseases impact vulnerable populations?
How do environmental diseases impact vulnerable populations?
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Study Notes
Environmental Diseases
- Environmental diseases are caused by exposure to harmful substances in the environment, encompassing nutritional, infectious, chemical, and physical origins.
Types of Environmental Diseases
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Airborne Diseases: Asthma, COPD, bronchitis, lung cancer. Caused by air pollution, industrial emissions, and allergens. Prevention includes reducing emissions, mask use, and improving indoor air quality.
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Waterborne Diseases: Cholera, dysentery, typhoid, hepatitis A. Resulting from contaminated water, poor sanitation, and industrial waste. Prevention methods involve clean water access, proper sewage disposal, and hygiene education.
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Chemical Exposure Diseases: Lead poisoning, mercury poisoning. Caused by industrial waste, pesticides, and heavy metals. Prevention strategies include safe chemical handling and regulations on pollutants.
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Vector-borne Diseases: Malaria, Dengue Fever. Transmitted by vectors.
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Radiation-related Diseases: Skin cancer, thyroid cancer. Caused by exposure to radiation.
Impacts of Environmental Diseases on Public Health
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Increased rates of illness and death (morbidity and mortality).
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Negative effects on mental health.
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Vulnerable populations include children and the elderly.
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Description
Explore the various types of environmental diseases caused by harmful substances, including airborne, waterborne, chemical exposure, and vector-borne diseases. This quiz covers their causes, prevention strategies, and impacts on public health. Test your knowledge about how the environment influences health outcomes.
