Infectious Diseases
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Which of the following is an example of an infectious disease?

  • Asthma
  • Arthritis
  • Influenza (correct)
  • Diabetes

What should you do if you experience common symptoms of an infectious disease?

  • Wait for the symptoms to go away on their own
  • Seek medical attention (correct)
  • Take over-the-counter medication
  • Ignore the symptoms

What is the difference between antibiotics and antivirals?

  • Antibiotics and antivirals are both used to treat viral infections
  • Antibiotics and antivirals are both used to treat bacterial infections
  • Antibiotics treat bacterial infections, while antivirals treat viral infections (correct)
  • Antibiotics treat viral infections, while antivirals treat bacterial infections

What can help prevent cancer?

<p>Regular health screenings (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is an example of a recommended vaccination for preventing cancer?

<p>HPV vaccine (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What can healthcare professionals provide when you are sick?

<p>Accurate diagnosis and appropriate treatment (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What can early detection of cancer significantly improve?

<p>Treatment outcomes (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a potential sign of cancer?

<p>Consistent and noticeable changes in bowel or bladder habits (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is chemotherapy?

<p>A treatment method that uses drugs to destroy or inhibit the growth of cancer cells in the body (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is cancer radiation therapy?

<p>A treatment that uses high-energy radiation to target and destroy cancer cells or shrink tumors (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is an important aspect of managing chronic diseases?

<p>Making healthy lifestyle changes (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is an example of a lifestyle modification for managing chronic diseases?

<p>Engaging in regular physical activity (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is an example of a therapy or intervention for managing chronic diseases?

<p>Physical therapy and counseling (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is an important aspect of self-management for chronic diseases?

<p>Adhering to treatment plans and monitoring symptoms (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is an example of a support network for individuals with chronic diseases?

<p>Family, friends, and support groups (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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