Infectious Disease P1 PDF
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infectious diseases
biology
health
human diseases
Summary
This document provides an overview of infectious diseases, explaining that they are caused by pathogens such as bacteria, viruses, and fungi. It outlines various means of transmission, including food and water contamination, insect bites, and direct contact. The document also details inherited non-infectious diseases like Sickle cell anemia and Cystic fibrosis, and lifestyle choices that can increase a person's risk of developing certain diseases like cancer and diabetes.
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