Questions and Answers
What are Communicable Diseases?
Contagious
What are Non-Communicable diseases?
Not Contagious
What type of organism causes Athlete's Foot and Jock Itch?
Fungus
What disease causes Joint Pain?
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What disease killed 50-100 Million People Worldwide?
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Which virus killed over 75 million people worldwide during 1918 and was falsely believed to originate from Spain?
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Which bacteria causes Strep Throat?
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What disease does the plasmodium parasite cause?
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What Non-Communicable disease affects the bones in old age and makes them brittle and prone to breaking?
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What Communicable disease has symptoms that include chills, fever, and sore throat?
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Study Notes
Communicable vs Non-Communicable Diseases
- Communicable diseases are contagious and can spread from person to person.
- Non-communicable diseases are not contagious and cannot be transmitted between individuals.
Fungal Infections
- Athlete's Foot and Jock Itch are caused by fungi, which thrive in warm, moist environments.
Arthritis
- Arthritis is a disease characterized by joint pain, affecting movement and the quality of life.
Spanish Flu
- The Spanish Flu pandemic (1918) resulted in the deaths of 50-100 million people globally.
- This virus was believed to have originated from Spain, but it spread worldwide during World War I.
Bacterial Infections
- Strep Throat is caused by streptococcus bacteria, known for causing severe throat pain and infection.
Malaria
- The plasmodium parasite is responsible for malaria, a disease transmitted by infected mosquitoes.
Osteoporosis
- Osteoporosis is a non-communicable disease associated with aging, leading to brittle bones that are prone to fractures.
Symptoms of Infectious Diseases
- Strep Throat symptoms include chills, fever, and a sore throat, highlighting the typical response of the body to infection.
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Test your knowledge on communicable and non-communicable diseases with this engaging quiz. Learn about the types of organisms that cause various diseases and some historical diseases that had significant impacts. Perfect for students studying health or biology.
