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Question 1

What are communicable diseases?

Answer 1

Diseases caused by pathogens that can be transmitted from one individual to another

Question 2

Define “pathogens”.

Answer 2

Microorganisms that cause diseases

Question 3

Define “health”.

Answer 3

State of physical and mental well-being

Question 4

Suggest three factors that affect health

Answer 4

Diet/Stress/life situations(eg. Hygiene)/pathogens/immune system

Question 5

State the four types of pathogens.

Answer 5

Bacteria, viruses, protists, fungi

Question 6

How do bacteria make you ill?

Answer 6

Reproduce rapidly and damage cell + Produce toxins

Question 7

How do viruses make you ill?

Answer 7

Produce inside body cells causing damage

Question 8

How can pathogens be spread?

Answer 8

By air/droplet infection, direct contact, water

Question 9

State one method to prevent the spread of disease

Answer 9

Isolation; Maintain good hygiene; Destroy vectors; Vaccination

Question 10

Name a viral disease that leads to blindness and brain damage.

Answer 10

Measles