10 Questions
Which bacterium is responsible for causing typhoid?
Salmonella typhi
What is the primary mode of transmission for pneumonia?
Inhaling droplets/aerosols released by an infected person
How did Typhoid Mary spread typhoid?
Through the food she prepared
What is the characteristic feature of dysentery?
Bloody diarrhea
What are the symptoms of the common cold?
Nasal congestion, sore throat, cough, tiredness
Typhoid Mary was a typhoid carrier who spread the disease through the food she prepared.
True
Pneumonia is caused by bacteria infecting the alveoli of the lungs.
True
The common cold is caused by the Rhino virus infecting the lungs.
False
Sharing glasses and utensils with an infected person can spread pneumonia.
True
Dysentery is caused by a virus.
False
Test your knowledge of infectious diseases and medical history with this quiz. Learn about the Widal test, the case of Typhoid Mary, and bacteria responsible for pneumonia. Explore the impact of these diseases on human health and society.
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