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What is the primary focus of medical research in relation to human health?
What is the primary focus of medical research in relation to human health?
- Effect of social media on bee communication
- Influence of exercise on mental health (correct)
- Cuisine preferences of penguins
- Impact of music on plant growth
Which of the following is NOT a communicable disease?
Which of the following is NOT a communicable disease?
- Common cold
- Tuberculosis
- Influenza
- Diabetes (correct)
Which of the following is a major factor influencing human health?
Which of the following is a major factor influencing human health?
- Genetics (correct)
- Number of moons around Jupiter
- Weather on Mars
- Color of the sky at sunset
What is one important way to prevent the spread of infectious diseases?
What is one important way to prevent the spread of infectious diseases?
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Medical Research Focus
- Medical research primarily aims to improve human health.
- This includes understanding the causes and progression of diseases.
- Developing prevention strategies and treatments for illnesses.
Communicable Disease
- A communicable disease is spread from person to person through direct or indirect contact.
- Examples include influenza (the flu), HIV/AIDS, and tuberculosis.
- Non-communicable diseases are not spread from person to person, such as heart disease, diabetes, and cancer.
Human Health Factors
- Multiple factors contribute to human health.
- These include lifestyle choices, environmental factors, access to healthcare, and socioeconomic conditions.
Infectious Disease Prevention
- Practicing good hand hygiene is crucial to prevent the spread of infectious diseases.
- Regular handwashing with soap and water or using alcohol-based hand sanitizer effectively reduces the transmission of germs.
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